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Course Description:
The course seeks to examine how gender identities are formed and re-shaped as a result of the development process – and responsive approaches in a variety of historical and cultural contexts. It will equally explore how gender and development relate to other categories of social identity and difference, such as race, ethnicity, economic and social standing, urban or rural life, etc. The course will explore activities such as: gender-awareness and self-awareness for women and men; gender roles and needs; gender-sensitive appraisal (gender-friendly participatory appraisal (PRA)) and planning; gender research methodologies; gender and major global issues such as environment, culture and economic crisis; working with counterparts on gender issues; gender and development; and strategies for change. Further, attempts will be made on strategies to mainstreaming gender in the public sector and civil society organisations.
However, at the end of the course participants will be better equipped with the analytical and conceptual skills needed to understand gender issues in both contexts, enabling them to participate effectively in gender and development-related research, policymaking and implementation.
Benefits:
Participants will be equipped with sufficient knowledge and expertise to participate in national discussion on MDGs and to systematically implement project or conduct research/inquiry on gender issues. It will further create a better understanding of gender concepts and ability to integrate gender issues with development projects. Enhanced capacities (skills, attitudes and behaviours) of PRA practitioners/facilitators and development workers to integrate gender into participatory rural appraisals in communities.
The maximum number of course participants is 30. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Participation from the Institute.
Additional Features:
• Online, interactive, self-paced and self-learning modules.
• Assignments to test your knowledge and understanding before and after the test.
• Opportunity to post comments, assignment answers, live chat etc.
Target Audience:
The course is aimed at gender focal points, women’s organisations, programs and project managers, researchers, policy-makers, activists, women leaders, students, staff of NGOs and CBOs, donor agencies, academics, researchers, volunteers, development actors, trainers, journalists, students, government officials etc. Candidates should have a good written command of English language and high competence and comfort with computer and internet use.
Cost:
The course tuition fee is US$300. There is a limited amount of partial scholarships available for applicants from developing countries, based on financial need.
Location: Online
Application Procedure:
The deadline for application is 4th August 2011. While full tuition payment is due on or before 8th August 2011. However, applications will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis. Application received after the deadline will not be considered. For more information on the course and to download an application form, please visit out website at http://www.justicegroup.us/training/8-training/12-advanced-gender-development.
Inquiries about the course may be sent to: applications@justicegroup.org
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