Training Course on Protection Gender and Inclusion (GPC002)
Training Course on Protection Gender and Inclusion
This course provides a concise and impactful exploration of the critical issues surrounding protection, gender equality, and inclusion, with a special focus on vulnerable and marginalized groups. It equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills to promote safety, equality, and dignity for all individuals in various organizational and community contexts.
Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical examples, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate protection, gender, and inclusion (PGI) principles into their programs and operations. They will explore strategies to address discrimination, violence, and barriers faced by marginalized populations while promoting equality, diversity, and social justice.
Join us for this transformative training and acquire the tools to advocate for and uphold the rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of gender, identity, or background. Together, we can build inclusive societies where everyone can thrive.
Course Duration
Online Training: 5 days (4hrs per day)
Classroom Training: 5 days (7hrs per day)
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand key concepts, principles, and frameworks of protection, gender equality, and inclusion.
- Identify and analyze various forms of discrimination and violence based on gender, identity, and other social factors.
- Recognize the specific needs and vulnerabilities of different groups, including women, children, persons with disabilities, refugees, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
- Explore legal and ethical obligations related to PGI principles.
- Apply practical tools and techniques to integrate PGI considerations into program design, implementation, and monitoring.
- Create safe, inclusive environments and promote equality and respect in professional and community settings.
- Develop actionable plans for strengthening protection, gender equality, and inclusion in their respective organizations.
Organisational Impact
By sending participants to this training course, the organization will gain the following benefits:
- Enhanced staff capacity to integrate protection, gender, and inclusion across all programs and interventions.
- Improved program quality, accountability, and compliance with international protection and gender standards.
- Strengthened ability to identify and mitigate risks related to discrimination, exploitation, and abuse.
- Creation of safer, more inclusive workplaces and programs that reflect the organization’s commitment to equality and human rights.
- Increased reputation and credibility among partners, donors, and beneficiaries through inclusive and rights-based programming.
Personal Impact
By attending this course, participants will acquire the following benefits, skills, and competencies:
- Deeper understanding of protection, gender, and inclusion principles and their practical application.
- Improved ability to identify and respond to discrimination and exclusion in their professional environments.
- Practical tools for designing inclusive, rights-based programs and policies.
- Greater confidence and leadership in advocating for equality, diversity, and social justice.
- Enhanced professional competence and career advancement opportunities in humanitarian and development sectors.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Protection, Gender, and Inclusion
- Understanding the concepts of protection, gender, and inclusion
- Exploring the importance of promoting rights, safety, and well-being
- Analyzing the intersectionality of gender and other social identities
- Examining the barriers and challenges faced by marginalized groups
Module 2: Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
- Understanding gender equality as a fundamental human right
- Exploring the gendered impacts of discrimination, violence, and inequality
- Strategies for promoting women’s Empowerment and leadership
- Case studies on successful initiatives promoting gender equality
Module 3: Inclusion and Diversity
- Promoting inclusivity and diversity in various contexts
- Understanding different forms of discrimination and their impact
- Creating inclusive environments for marginalized groups
- Addressing intersectional challenges and promoting social justice
Module 4: Protection of Vulnerable Groups
- Understanding the specific protection needs of vulnerable groups
- Addressing violence, exploitation, and abuse faced by marginalized communities
- Strategies for promoting the rights and well-being of children, refugees, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals
- Case studies highlighting effective protection interventions
Module 5: Mainstreaming Protection, Gender, and Inclusion
- Integrating protection, gender, and inclusion into policies and programs
- Tools and frameworks for mainstreaming protection, gender, and inclusion
- Monitoring and evaluation for measuring progress and impact
- Developing action plans for promoting protection, gender equality, and inclusion in participants’ respective contexts
Note: The specific content, activities, and duration of each session may be adjusted based on the target audience, learning objectives, and available time.
Course Language
English
Training Methodology
Presentations are well guided, practical exercise, a plenary presentation, and group work. Participants are encouraged to bring any data relevant to their job responsibilities. This is hands-on, product-oriented training and will mostly involve practical exercises. Each participant MUST bring along their own working laptop and android phone.
Certification
Upon completion of training, the participant will be issued with a certificate of Completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Training Course on Protection Gender and Inclusion course.
Protection officers and programme staff in Red Cross/Red Crescent national societies, IFRC, INGOs and UN agencies adopting the integrated PGI approach. MEAL officers building PGI indicators into their reporting also attend.
PGI brings protection risks, gender considerations and social inclusion into one workflow rather than treating them as separate cross-cutting issues. The course walks through PGI minimum standards in emergencies, the Do No Harm principle, and practical tools for including PGI in assessments, response planning and monitoring.
Yes — the course works best if you are already in a protection, gender or inclusion role, or supporting one. Newcomers sometimes find the pace brisk. If you are new to the sector, the Gender Mainstreaming or Gender Equality and Social Inclusion courses are a better starting point.
Online and in-person cohorts are run regularly, both issuing the Perk Group Africa certificate of completion with a verification code.
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