5th August 2026
Welcome to the CLD Talks x IADC World Community Development Conference 2026 Series.
At the World Community Development Conference 2026, podcast hosts Conor and Eddie interviewed 11 community development practitioners from across the globe, exploring their journeys into community development, how the profession operates in different countries and cultures, and their perspectives on the conference theme:
“Community Development in a Chaotic World: Challenge, Change and Collective Action.”
The series showcases the creativity, passion, and commitment of practitioners working to strengthen communities worldwide, offering valuable insights into both local and global approaches to community development.
In Episode 5, Bethany discusses her career in community development and shares insights into our recent No Volunteers, No Communities campaign, highlighting the vital role volunteers play in creating stronger, more resilient communities.
"Thanks to CLD Talks for the opportunity to talk about how volunteering can be a radical act of hope when the world feels particularly chaotic and challenging right now. Volunteers help our communities thrive!"
Listen to Episode 5 below:
Find out more
- You can explore the full conference podcast series on Spotify, featuring conversations with community development practitioners from around the world.
- Follow CLD Talks Podcast on LinkedIn for more episodes and insights from the community development sector.
- Find out more about the World Community Development Conference 2026
- International Association for Community Development (IACD)