Events

The Gathering: Many Gifts, One Spirit

Join us at The Gathering, a conference of faith-based human services associations. Going beyond the confines of our usual annual conferences, The Gathering brings together human service leaders from five faith traditions: Mennonite, Methodist, Presbyterian, Quaker, and United Church of Christ. The Gathering will include time for each association to meet on its own, and…

Compliance Webinar/Compliance Official Meeting

Giving and Receiving Effective Feedback Learning Lab

Giving and receiving feedback are essential skills for managers at every level. Join this Learning Lab to help identify why feedback is necessary and what the different types of feedback are. We will also discuss tools and best practices for receiving feedback constructively to help you grow as a leader. Shanda O’Dennis, Learning and Development…

Making the Most of AQORD Membership: Peer Groups, Learning Labs & Webinars

The AQORD Resource Series is a short, practical series of sessions designed to help you access and use your member benefits. Please join us for a virtual educational session highlighting AQORD’s Peer Groups, Learning Labs, and Webinars. As an AQORD member, you are invited to take part in programming designed to foster connection, shared learning,…

What We Learned Together: A Community Recap of The Gathering

The 2026 conference, The Gathering, brings together association members from five faith traditions (including ours) for a shared opportunity to explore industry trends, engage with fresh ideas and perspectives, and strengthen our collective ministries. With more than 35 workshops, it’s impossible to take in everything. In this webinar, we invite you to join us for…

Making the Transition from Staff to Supervisor Learning Lab

According to a study by the Center for Creative Leadership, one of the most challenging transitions for leaders is moving from an individual contributor role to a leadership role, where the focus shifts from doing tasks to achieving results through others.* This interactive Learning Lab aims to equip staff members transitioning to a supervisor role…

Where to Start with AI? Practical Steps for Easy Wins

AI doesn’t have to be overwhelming to be impactful. This webinar focuses on practical, low-barrier ways to begin using AI—starting with tools already embedded in the applications your organization uses every day.

Compliance Webinar/Compliance Official Meeting

Navigating Difficult Conversations Learning Lab

Conflict in the workplace is inevitable, but how you handle it can make all the difference. This interactive Learning Lab teaches participants how to navigate difficult conversations by reframing the definition of conflict and understanding that conflict, when managed effectively, leads to resolution and growth. You’ll gain practical tools to help you know what to…

Developing Leaders for What’s Next: A Look at the Leadership Institute & Learning Labs

Strong leadership pipelines don’t happen by accident. This session introduces the Leadership Institute and Learning Labs, highlighting how these offerings support leadership growth, peer learning, and long-term organizational resilience.

A Sustainable Approach to AI Optimization for Mission-Focused Organizations

As AI adoption grows, mission-focused organizations must balance innovation with ethics and sustainability. This webinar examines how to develop a thoughtful AI posture that centers human services, ethical standards, and environmental considerations.

Compliance Webinar/Compliance Official Meeting