About Us
Learn about the Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD) and the mission, vision, and activities of the ISTD Trichur Chapter.
Presentation of the Diamond Chapter Charter
Installation of Office Bearers
Dignitaries on the Dais
Advancing Training & Human Resource Development
ISTD National Body (Established April 1970, New Delhi)
The Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD), established in April 1970, is a national non-profit professional society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. It has a broad membership of individuals and institutions involved in the area of training and development of human resources from government, public and private sector organisations, educational and training institutions, and other professional bodies. ISTD is affiliated to the International Federation of Training and Development Organizations (IFTDO), Geneva.
ISTD Trichur Chapter (Inaugurated 30 March 2026)
The ISTD Trichur Chapter (also known as the ISTD Trichur Chapter) was inaugurated on 30 March 2026 at Hotel Pearl Regency, Trichur, marking the establishment of the Diamond Chapter of ISTD in its 55th year. The chapter brings together trainers, educators, HR professionals, academicians, and industry practitioners across the Trichur region for continuous learning, knowledge exchange, and collaborative human resource development.
Our Vision & Our Mission
Official Vision, Mission, and Key Objectives of the Indian Society for Training & Development (istd.in/about-istd).
Official ISTD Vision
“Leading Transformation through Training & Development”
ISTD seeks to bring together individuals from Government, industry, education, and other institutions to evolve and develop improved and effective HRD and training practices, tools, and technologies across the country.
Official ISTD Mission
“To Facilitate Individuals and Organizations. To excel in Training & Development Activities Serve As Reservoir of Universal Knowledge of Human Interface through Innovative Practices and Original Exploratory Research”
Key Objectives of ISTD
As enshrined by the Indian Society for Training & Development (New Delhi), the objectives of the Society and its Chapters are to:
- Promote a better and more effective utilization of human resources through education, training and development in all spheres of Government, agriculture, industry, commerce, education infrastructure, services, and other sectors.
- Provide leadership and promote study and application of professional principles and practices in the field of training and development to assist management and administrations to develop and maintain an effective organization.
- Promote an understanding of training and development as a basic responsibility of management and administration and assist organizations in planning and implementing programmes for manpower development.
- Stimulate thought and efforts for the dissemination, exchange, and furtherance of information, knowledge, research, techniques, materials, aids, skills, and attitudes in the field of training & development.
- Conduct and assist in conducting conferences, meetings, lectures, seminars, workshops, research, and publications (journals, newsletters, books, and reports).
- Constitute, support, and assist Chapters of the Society in various parts of India to spearhead the training & development movement and foster fellowship, understanding, and goodwill among all professionals in the field.
What We Do
Key activities organised by the ISTD Trichur Chapter for members and the wider professional community.
Training Programmes, Workshops & Webinars
Organising regional training sessions, webinars, and seminars on contemporary topics such as AI in workplace learning, instructional design, and facilitation practices.
Professional Networking & Knowledge Sharing
Creating opportunities for HR professionals, corporate trainers, consultants, and faculty members to exchange case studies, methodologies, and practical insights.
Industry–Academia Engagement
Connecting management institutions, universities, and business organisations in Trichur to encourage dialogue on skill development and workplace readiness.