• Local Response to Migration and Refugees Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)26 October - 30 October 2026 Location:The Hague, The Netherlands Fee:€2,950 Introduction Worldwide more than 120 million people have been forced to leave their homes due to conflicts, violence, fear of persecution and human rights violations. There has been a remarkable increase in the number of people that have been displaced […]

  • Project Management in the Public Sector Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)22 September - 25 September 2026  Location:The Hague, The Netherland  Fee:€1,845 Introduction Effecting change in the public sector is complex. Projects take place in dynamic political environments, where priorities shift, decision-making can be slow, and roles and responsibilities are not always clearly defined. At the same time, project managers must work […]

  • Multilevel Water Governance Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)5 October - 16 October 2026  Location:The Hague, The Netherlands  Fee:€3,995 Introduction The world is facing many water-related challenges, including shortages, pollution, flooding, and unequal access to safe drinking water. Climate change is making these problems worse, threatening people’s safety, economies, and the environment. Local governments and communities are at risk […]

  • Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face)26 October - 6 November 2026 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€3,995 Introduction How a country organises its finances shapes how local authorities govern their cities, towns, and villages. Fiscal decentralisation gives local governments greater authority to decide how and where to allocate resources, enabling them to better respond to citizens’ needs. For […]

  • Training of Trainers Course

    Key information  Course Date: (Face-to-face)15 March - 19 March 2027 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€2,095 Introduction Designing and delivering training in international contexts presents unique challenges. Trainers work with diverse groups with varying experience, cultural backgrounds and expectations. This requires a flexible, inclusive and culturally sensitive approach. In our Training of Trainers course we explore these […]

  • Gender Responsive Governance Course

    Key information  Course Date: (Face-to-face)22 March - 26 March 2027 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€2,995 Introduction Gender equality is fundamentally linked to people-centered sustainable development. In the context of local government, gender equality is critical as women, men, and people with diverse gender identities face different challenges for full participation, representation and equal (work) opportunities. Measures […]

  • Local Climate Response Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face) 5 April - 16 April 2027 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€3,995 Introduction As a result of climate change, local authorities and their citizens are increasingly faced with problems such as air pollution and water scarcity. Moreover, the security and livelihoods of millions are threatened by droughts, floods, and other natural disasters. […]

  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course

    Key information  Course Date: (Face-to-face)6 September - 10 September 2027 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€2,995 Introduction Corruption is a fundamental cause of poverty, conflict, and state fragility. It undermines a state’s ability to effectively deliver public services, uphold the rule of law, and foster a conducive business environment. Furthermore, corruption presents a significant obstacle to sustainable […]

  • Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance Course

    Key information Course Date: (Face-to-face) 4 October - 15 October 2027 Location:The Hague, Netherlands Fee:€3,995 Introduction Sustainable development is driven by local governments that are responsive to the needs of their citizens and willing to involve them in their decision-making processes. To make this work, citizens need to feel empowered to make their voices heard […]