Advocacy and Policy Influence for Development Professionals: Strategic Approaches and Skillsets 4 Days Training Workshop
About This Course
Advocacy and policy influence are essential tools for effecting meaningful. This course provides participants with the knowledge, strategies, and skills necessary to navigate the intricacies of advocacy and influence policy effectively. Through a combination of theoretical insights, practical case studies, and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to develop strategic approaches and utilize key skillsets to drive impactful advocacy campaigns and shape policy outcomes.
Course Objectives:
• Understanding Advocacy and Policy Influence:
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of advocacy and policy influence in contemporary contexts.
• Explore the role of advocacy in driving social change and influencing policy decisions at local, national, and international levels.
Strategic Approaches to Advocacy:
• Learn how to develop strategic advocacy plans aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Understand the importance of stakeholder analysis, goal setting, and resource mobilization in effective advocacy strategies.
Policy Analysis and Research Skills:
• Develop skills in policy analysis, including identifying policy issues, conducting research, and analyzing policy implications.
• Learn how to utilize evidence-based research to support advocacy efforts and inform policy recommendations.
Effective Communication and Messaging:
• Master communication techniques for effectively conveying advocacy messages to target audiences.
• Learn how to craft compelling narratives, utilize storytelling techniques, and leverage media platforms for maximum impact.
Building Coalitions and Partnerships:
• Understand the importance of building coalitions and partnerships to amplify advocacy efforts.
• Learn strategies for coalition building, consensus building, and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
Lobbying and Engagement with Decision-Makers:
• Gain insights into the art of lobbying and engaging with policymakers, legislators, and other decision-makers.
• Learn effective advocacy tactics, negotiation skills, and engagement strategies for influencing policy outcomes.
Monitoring and Evaluation of Advocacy Impact:
• Develop skills in monitoring and evaluating advocacy campaigns to assess their impact and effectiveness.
• Learn how to measure advocacy outcomes, track progress towards goals, and adapt strategies based on evaluation findings.
Ethical Considerations and Professional Responsibilities:
• Explore ethical considerations in advocacy and policy influence, including transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Understand the importance of upholding professional standards and ethical principles in advocacy practice.
By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to develop and implement strategic advocacy campaigns, effectively influence policy decisions, and drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
Learning Objectives
Material Includes
- • The training sessions will take place onsite, providing face-to-face interaction. Our expert facilitators will deliver the training in English. Each day will consist of two sessions: a morning session from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and an afternoon session from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- • Certification: Showcase your competence and expertise with a certificate of completion issued by Stratford International BDLC upon successful completion
Requirements
- 4 Days Training Workshop
- - Engage in interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises to reinforce learning
- - Benefit from expert guidance and feedback from industry-leading instructors throughout the program. (Venue: various locations as per client's convenience)
Target Audience
- This course welcomes applicants from all corners of the globe, spanning diverse career fields and including self-employed individuals seeking to enhance their skill sets and professional competencies.
- Furthermore, this course holds immense value for a wide spectrum of professionals, including:
- • Government workers seeking to augment their project management capabilities within bureaucratic settings.
- • UN workers and diplomats striving to navigate complex project landscapes with diplomacy and efficacy.
- • Humanitarian workers dedicated to improving project outcomes in crisis-affected regions and supporting vulnerable populations.
- • Employees of international organizations committed to driving impactful initiatives on a global scale.
- • Professionals in the field of Human Development aiming to integrate robust project oversight and evaluation methodologies into their practices.
- • Any individual with a keen interest in project management principles and methodologies, eager to expand their knowledge and proficiency in the field.
- • Members of multinational companies aiming to streamline project processes and maximize efficiency across diverse cultural and operational contexts.
- Regardless of your professional background or organizational affiliation, this course offers invaluable insights, practical tools, and strategies tailored to meet the diverse needs and challenges faced by individuals and entities on a global scale.
Your Instructors
Stratford International BDLC
$1,000.00
