An HR association is a professional organization that brings together HR professionals to share knowledge, ideas, and practices. They create a space for the HR professionals to learn from each other and help each other in their professional development.
Human resource associations provide a platform for many different professionals to share and collaborate on knowledge and best practices. These associations are important for the growth of the profession as they provide a forum for all these professionals to share their knowledge and expertise with each other.
The HR Association can be a website, social media platforms, or even a traditional organization. There are many benefits that come with these types of organizations including: fostering professional development and helping make the profession more visible.
In addition to sharing their expertise the associations also help make sure members are following ethical standards by creating code of conduct that require members to adhere to in order to maintain a good community.
The leading HR associations are:
https://www.shrm.org/
SHRM, the Society for Human Resource Management, creates better workplaces where employers and employees thrive together. As the voice of all things work, workers and the workplace, SHRM is the foremost expert; convener and thought leader on issues impacting today’s evolving workplaces. With 300,000+ HR and business executive members in 165 countries, SHRM impacts the lives of more than 115 million workers globally.
https://www.ahrd.org/
AHRD is a global organization made up of, governed by, and created for the Human Resource Development (HRD) scholarly community of academics and reflective practitioners. The Academy was formed to encourage systematic study of human resource development theories, processes, and practices; to disseminate information about HRD; to encourage the application of HRD research findings; and to provide opportunities for social interaction among individuals with scholarly and professional interests in HRD.
https://www.hci.org/
HCI was founded on the core belief that aligning human capital strategy with business strategy leads to success. The key lies in HR professionals becoming strategic partners in their business. These individuals are uniquely positioned to help organizations analyze and accelerate their business by planning, recruiting, engaging, and developing their people.
http://hrassociationindia.com
The Human Resource Association India (HR Association India) is a national level association representing human resource and people management professionals. They have around 22,000
members from India and across the globe. Whether you want to develop your career, get HR support, stay in touch with the latest industry developments, or help to grow the HR and management skills of your team, HR Association India’s membership is for you.
https://www.humanresources.org/
The National Human Resources Association (NHRA) is focused on advancing the individual career development, planning and leadership of human resource (HR) professionals. Through professional networking programs and development services offered across the country, we strive to support individuals throughout their career life cycle. From intern to executive, Human Resources lead the way for change in today’s businesses.
https://www.ihrim.org/
Since 1980, the International Association for Human Resource Information Management (IHRIM) has played a major role in the advocacy, education, collaboration, and professional certification of HR technology professionals around the world. Their work remains more critical than ever, helping novice and experienced professionals alike deliver value in their roles.
https://www.hrotoday.com/association/
HRO Today and HRO Today Global offer the broadest and deepest reach available anywhere in the HR industry. Their magazines, web portals, research, e-newsletters, events, and social networks reach senior-level HR decision-makers with rich, objective, game-changing content. HR leaders rely heavily on the HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen rankings across six different categories when selecting an HR service provider.
https://www.nationalhrd.org/
The National HRD Network (NHRDN) is a Global Centre for Grooming Leaders and the National Apex body of professionals committed to promoting the People Development movement in the country, as well as enhancing the capability of human resource professionals to compete globally, thereby creating value for society. NHRDN is an autonomous, not-for-profit, professionally managed organization, playing a catalyst role in grooming Leaders for Tomorrow.
https://cphr.ca/
They are CPHR Canada, Chartered Professionals in Human Resources. CPHR Canada represents 27,000 members in the Human Resources Profession across nine provinces and three territories in Canada. Established in 1994, CPHR Canada is the national voice on the enhancement and promotion of the HR Profession. With an established and credible designation and collaboration on national issues, they are proactively positioning the national human resources agenda in Canada.
https://ashhra.org/
The American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) is the nation’s only membership organization dedicated to meeting the needs of human resources professionals in health care. Founded in 1964, the American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration
(ASHHRA) has more than 2,000 members nationwide. ASHHRA leads the way for members to become more effective, valued and credible leaders in healthcare human resources.
https://www.hrpolicy.org/
HR Policy Association empowers members to grow and excel in their roles, providing CHROs and their teams with a lifeline of information and targeted support. The Association offers expert public policy advocacy and analyses, information on HR best practices, and networking opportunities exclusively for our unique community of CHROs and HR executives. HR Policy provides comprehensive resources for CHROs and their teams.
https://www.hr.com/
HR.com help create engaged and inspired workforces. They provide personalized guidance and tools to help HR professionals maximize their potential, navigate their careers, and transform HR teams to engage and inspire their workforce. Their aim is that every HR professional has the education, skills, competencies, tools to create organizational value and inspired workforces.
https://www.eapm.org/
European Association for People Management (EAPM) is the umbrella body for 34 European national #HR orgs, member of WFPMA. It forms a European umbrella body of national HR related organisations and facilitates experience exchange. The EAPM promotes HR and the people
profession across Europe.
https://www.naaahr.org/
The National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR), is an inspirational and unique career development and networking powerhouse for Black and African American human resources practitioners and those who are aligned with our goals to provide: Networking, Career Opportunities, Educational and Professional Development, Mentorship and Coaching and Tools, Tips and Resources.
https://www.cupahr.org/
CUPA-HR provides leadership on higher education workplace issues in the U.S. and abroad. They monitor trends, explore emerging workforce issues, conduct research and promote strategic discussions among colleges and universities.
https://www.td.org/
The Association for Talent Development is a professional membership organization supporting those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees around the world. Their members and customers are professionals who help others achieve their full potential by improving their
knowledge, skills, and abilities in the workplace.
These are some of the leading organizations in the field of HR. They provide HR professionals with information, education, and research. They also work to advance the HR profession through advocacy, thought leadership, and innovation and every professional must join them to build their careers.
In addition to these associations if there are any other organizations then pl. add them in comments.