What's New > We're starting 2026 off with some Professional Development! Join us for the next Members Only Webinar on January 15th
Members, we hope you can join us n January for our next Pro-D Webinar!
Find RSVP details on the Events Calendar when you are signed in as a Member – or check your emails from VMPC Communications.
From Training to Transformation: How to Design Learning That Sticks by Yemilo Audu
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time: 9am PT / 10am MT / 11am CT / 12pm ET / 1pm AT
Format: 1.5 hours
Learning That Sticks is a practical, research-informed workshop for anyone responsible for creating learning experiences that last; volunteer managers, staff trainers, and professionals supporting onboarding, internal education, or capacity building.
Participants will explore how adults learn, why people forget, and what makes learning meaningful and ready to apply. The session blends learning science with hands-on application, covering adult learning principles, memory and retention, and four core strategies that make content stick.
Through interactive activities, participants will apply these concepts and by the end, they’ll leave with practical tools, and a stronger understanding of how to make learning that truly lasts.
Participants will be able to:
Explain key principles of adult learning and how they influence knowledge retention and engagement.
Identify common barriers that prevent learning from being applied or remembered.
Apply evidence-based strategies to make training content meaningful, relevant, and easier to recall.
Redesign learning activities or modules using techniques that strengthen retention and application.
Evaluate existing training sessions for alignment with adult learning principles and long-term impact.
Outcome: A refreshed approach to internal learning, grounded in experience and ready for use.
About the Facilitator:
Yemilo Audu, Founder & Creative Director, Tukoda Productions (she/her)
Yemilo Audu designs gatherings that mean something. As the Founder and Creative Director of Tukoda Productions, she helps organizations move beyond logistics to create experiences shaped by clarity, purpose, and care. She brings over a decade of experience supporting public sector teams, nonprofits, and community builders across Canada. Her work sits at the intersection of structure and empathy; where design becomes a tool for trust, belonging, and forward movement.
