Humanitarian Action and Social Development

Here's What You'll Learn:

• Humanitarian Context: Impact on children, unique vulnerabilities, international legal frameworks (CRC, IHL), child protection principles.
• Child Protection Risks: Separation, recruitment, SGBV, child labor, marriage, psychosocial distress, neglect/abuse.
• Needs Assessment: Methodologies, data collection/analysis, response plan development, prioritization, resource mobilization.
• Case Management: Identification/referral, planning, implementation, monitoring/evaluation, documentation, confidentiality.
• Psychosocial Support: Understanding distress, psychosocial first aid, child-friendly spaces, referral, self-care.
• Family Tracing & Reunification: Tracing methodologies, working with families, best interests determinations, alternative care, repatriation.
• Alternative Care: Types of care, standards, best interests assessments, monitoring/evaluation, transition to long-term care.
• Education in Emergencies: Importance of education, safe learning environments, curriculum, teacher training, access for all.
• Coordination & Collaboration: Humanitarian coordination system, child protection cluster, working with partners, information sharing, advocacy.
• Child Protection Plan Development: Situation analysis, goal setting, plan development, resource identification, monitoring/evaluation.

Here's What You'll Learn:

• CTP Fundamentals: Humanitarian context, rationale, core principles, types of cash transfers, global trends.
• CTP Design & Implementation: Needs assessment, program objectives, targeting strategy, transfer value/frequency, delivery mechanisms, registration/verification.
• Targeting & Vulnerability: Targeting methodologies, vulnerability frameworks, data collection/analysis, community-based targeting, inclusion/exclusion errors.
• Transfer Mechanisms: Mobile money, cash-in-envelope, vouchers, bank transfers, other payment solutions.
• Risk Management: Financial, operational, and social risks, mitigation measures, risk management plan development.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Frameworks, data collection/analysis, impact/effectiveness measurement, outcome reporting, learning from evaluations.
• Coordination & Partnerships: Coordination mechanisms, working with humanitarian clusters/sectors, partnership building, inter-agency coordination, government engagement.
• Social & Protection Considerations: Do no harm principle, gender equality, child protection, social cohesion, addressing negative impacts.
• Future of CTP: Technological innovations, linking with social protection, cash assistance and development, humanitarian reform, challenges/opportunities.
• CTP Plan Development: Needs/context analysis, objective setting, plan development, resource identification, implementation/monitoring.

Here's What You'll Learn:

• Principles of Sustainable Urban Development: Defining sustainability, three pillars, urban challenges/opportunities, global trends, cities' role.
• Urban Planning and Design: Sustainable principles, urban design, land use, transportation integration, public space.
• Sustainable Transportation: Modes, integrated systems, reducing car dependence, traffic management, planning.
• Green Building and Energy Efficiency: Principles, energy efficiency, renewables, materials, climate-resilient design.
• Waste Management: Integrated systems, reduction/recycling, composting, waste-to-energy, planning.
• Water Management: Sustainable practices, conservation, wastewater/stormwater management, integrated resources.
• Urban Agriculture: Benefits, types, integration, food security, sustainable practices.
• Social Equity and Inclusion: Equity in development, inclusive planning, marginalized groups, access, community engagement.
• Economic Development: Sustainable development, green jobs, local businesses, innovation, sustainable livelihoods.
• Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation: Impacts on cities, adaptation strategies, mitigation measures, resilient development, integration.

Here's What You'll Learn:

• Gender Concepts: Defining gender and sex, gender roles/stereotypes, gender equality/equity, mainstreaming, women's empowerment.
• Gender Analysis: Frameworks (Harvard, Moser), data collection methods, qualitative/quantitative analysis, identifying gender gaps/inequalities, informing program design.
• Mainstreaming Tools: Checklists, impact assessment, gender budgeting, indicators, developing a mainstreaming plan.
• Gender & Development: Intersection of gender and development, gender and poverty/education/health/economic empowerment.
• Gender Equality & Empowerment: Women's rights, gender-based violence, political participation, economic empowerment, social/cultural barriers.
• Gender & Specific Sectors: Integrating gender into health, education, agriculture, environment, and infrastructure programs.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Gender-sensitive indicators, data collection/analysis, impact evaluation, reporting, program improvement.
• Advocacy: Advocacy strategies, lobbying, media engagement, alliance building, legal advocacy.
• Gender & Conflict: Gender dimensions of conflict, women in peacebuilding, SGBV in conflict, protection, post-conflict reconstruction.
• Developing a Plan: Analyzing gender context, identifying issues/opportunities, comprehensive plan, goals/objectives, resources/partnerships.

Here's What You'll Learn:

• Principles of Community Development: Defining development, core principles, community-driven approaches, participation, ethical considerations.
• Community Mobilization: Building trust, identifying stakeholders, engaging diverse groups, resource mobilization, creating ownership.
• Participatory Approaches: PRA, PLA, community mapping, focus groups, stakeholder consultations.
• Leadership Development: Leadership styles, communication, conflict resolution, team building, mentoring.
• Organizational Strengthening: Structure, strategic planning, financial management, HR, partnerships.
• Needs Assessment & Action Planning: Participatory methods, data analysis, visioning, action plan development, prioritization.
• Resource Mobilization: Funding opportunities, grant proposals, fundraising, donor partnerships, financial management.
• Communication & Advocacy: Communication skills, public speaking, media relations, advocacy strategies, lobbying.
• Conflict Resolution: Conflict dynamics, resolution techniques, mediation, peacebuilding, addressing grievances.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: M&E frameworks, data collection, progress tracking, reporting, using evaluations.

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Foundations of Humanitarian Action

Module 2: Humanity and Impartiality

Module 3: Neutrality and Independence

Module 4: Do No Harm Principle

Module 5: Accountability and Quality Standards

Module 6: Protection of Civilians

Module 7: Humanitarian Access and Security Management

Module 8: Coordination and Partnerships

Module 9: The Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus

Module 10: Practical Application and Ethical Dilemmas

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Foundations of International Humanitarian Law (IHL)

Module 2: Core Principles of International Human Rights Law (HRL)

Module 3: The Relationship and Interplay Between IHL and HRL

Module 4: Protection of Persons and Objects under IHL

Module 5: Treatment of Persons Hors de Combat under IHL

Module 6: Prohibited Weapons and Methods of Warfare under IHL

Module 7: Fundamental Human Rights and Their Limitations

Module 8: Application of HRL in Situations of Armed Conflict and Occupation

Module 9: Accountability and Redress for Violations of IHL and HRL

Module 10: Enforcement and Implementation of IHL and HRL

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Understanding the Humanitarian System

Module 2: Key Humanitarian Actors and Their Roles

Module 3: International Humanitarian Law and Guiding Principles

Module 4: Coordination Mechanisms and Clusters

Module 5: Funding Mechanisms and Accountability

Module 6: The Humanitarian Program Cycle

Module 7: Cross-Cutting Issues in Humanitarian Action

Module 8: The Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus

Module 9: The Role of Local and National Actors

Module 10: Practical Application and Case Study

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Needs Assessment

Module 2: Designing a Needs Assessment

Module 3: Data Collection Techniques

Module 4: Data Analysis and Reporting

Module 5: Involving Affected Populations

Module 6: Protection and Do No Harm

Module 7: Sector-Specific Needs Assessment

Module 8: Rapid Needs Assessment in Emergencies

Module 9: Post-Crisis Needs Assessment

Module 10: Practical Application and Capstone Project

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Project Cycle Management Fundamentals

Module 2: Project Identification and Design

Module 3: Project Planning and Logical Framework

Module 4: Project Implementation and Monitoring

Module 5: Project Evaluation and Learning

Module 6: Grant Management and Donor Reporting

Module 7: Risk Management in Humanitarian Projects

Module 8: Stakeholder Engagement and Accountability

Module 9: Transition and Closeout

Module 10: Practical Application and Case Study

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Introduction to Security and Risk Management

Module 2: The Threat, Vulnerability, and Risk (TVR) Framework

Module 3: Developing a Security Management Plan

Module 4: Security Operations in the Field

Module 5: Incident Response and Crisis Management

Module 6: Personal Safety and Stress Management

Module 7: Communication and Negotiation in High-Risk Environments

Module 8: Managing Risk in Program Implementation

Module 9: Context Analysis and Risk Assessment

Module 10: Practical Application and Case Study

Here's What You'll Learn:

Module 1: Fundamentals of M&E in Humanitarian Action

Module 2: Designing an M&E Framework

Module 3: Data Collection Techniques in a Crisis

Module 4: Data Analysis and Reporting

Module 5: Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP)

Module 6: The Humanitarian Program Cycle and M&E

Module 7: Integrating M&E with Project Management

Module 8: The Role of M&E in Learning and Adaptation

Module 9: Technology for M&E in the Field

Module 10: Practical Application and Capstone Project