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SUMMARY:Local Response to Migration and Refugees Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)26 October – 30 October 2026\nLocation:The Hague\, The Netherlands\nFee:€2\,950\n\nIntroduction\nWorldwide 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 since 2012 with no sign of this trend reversing.  Among them\, there are 68 million people internally displaced\, 31 million refugees and almost 7 million asylum seekers. Local governments often find themselves at the forefront of the global response to human displacement and need to take measures before national governments develop and adopt response strategies and policies. \nBy discussing examples from different parts of the world\, this course explores innovative solutions to the complex challenges of displaced populations. We will discuss how different levels of government interact and share responsibilities with each other and with international organisations\, and will zoom in on the role local governments and local actors can play in dealing with forced migration. We will discuss international concepts and frameworks\, such as the Global Compact of Refugees for a more comprehensive and predictable response to large-scale movements of refugees. Cases will be presented of how local governments can provide housing\, health care\, and education for migrants and refugees while maintaining the level of services for the host community. Furthermore\, we will discuss integration and how refugees and migrants can be supported in improving livelihoods and getting access to employment. We will  also focus on social cohesion between migrants and host communities\, especially in communities with a significant presence of migrants. \n Key Information\nThe course is aimed at professionals working on local policies for refugees and migrants. Participants work for national\, regional and local government\, NGOs\, donor and development organisations\, and research institutes. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/local-response-to-migration-and-refugees-course/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
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SUMMARY:Project Management in the Public Sector Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)22 September – 25 September 2026\n Location:The Hague\, The Netherland\n Fee:€1\,845\n\nIntroduction\nEffecting 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 with limited resources\, coordinate across multiple institutions\, and engage a wide range of stakeholders with different interests. \nGovernment projects often fail or get delayed because of political interference\, lack of coordination or clear role distribution or a lack of knowledge or management skills. As a result\, project managers face many challenges. They often work with limited resources\, must coordinate between multiple institutions\, and engage a wide range of stakeholders with different and sometimes conflictintg interests. This calls for a structured yet flexible approach to project management tailored to the public sector. \nIn this course\, we combine practical tools with hands-on insights into how projects actually function in the public sector. Participants bring a project from their daily work and use it to apply tools and reflect on their current project management practices. They learn how to apply different project management tools in a way that fits their organisational reality\, helping them translate plans into concrete and achievable results. \nWhat the course covers\nThis course provides a practical introduction to project management in public sector contexts. Participants explore the full project cycle\, from defining objectives and structuring projects to stakeholder engagement\, implementation and monitoring. \nA central element is the “I – WE – THEY – IT” approach\, which helps participants manage projects from four complementary perspectives: \nI: your role and leadership as a project manager\nWE: working effectively with your project team\nTHEY: managing stakeholders in complex environments\nIT: structuring and controlling your project\nParticipants work with practical tools such as Work Breakdown Structures\, stakeholder analysis\, risk management and monitoring methods. The course also creates space to critically reflect on existing project management practices and structures within their organisations. \nKey Information\nThis course is relevant for professionals involved in public sector reforms\, in particular designing\, managing or supporting projects in all policy fields\, from introducing social security schemes to climate adaptation measures to new taxation tools and urban renovation. This includes project managers\, programme managers and policy advisors. \nIt is particularly suitable for staff working in government institutions at national\, regional or local level\, as well as professionals from donor organisations\, NGOs and development agencies who are involved in implementing public sector projects in complex and multi-stakeholder environments. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/project-management-in-the-public-sector-course/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
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SUMMARY:Multilevel Water Governance Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)5 October – 16 October 2026\n Location:The Hague\, The Netherlands\n Fee:€3\,995\n\nIntroduction\nThe 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 from droughts\, floods\, and other water disasters. In the face of these challenges\, governments have the responsibility to develop strategies to manage water resources and provide drinking water and sanitation\, in partnership with communities and the private sector. \nIn this course\, we will review internationally recognised principles and frameworks for good water governance and then focus on their implementation in different country contexts. We will explore water related challenges and innovative solutions across multiple sectors\, such as agriculture\, energy\, housing and urban development as well as finance and public investments. We will also pay attention to water allocation\, conflicts around water\, disaster risk management\, and instruments for financing water services. Furthermore\, we will discuss the design of stakeholder engagement strategies that support communities and ecosystems. Moreover\, participants will experience the rich history and best practices of Dutch water management with real-world insights from urban settings and agricultural landscapes. \nKey Information\nThis course is intended for policy makers and technical staff of organisations responsible for water governance and management working for national\, regional and local governments\, water authorities\, service companies\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \nParticularly relevant for professionals working in ministries of water\, environment\, or natural resources\, river basin authorities and water boards\, local or regional environmental agencies\, climate resilience and infrastructure planning units. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/multilevel-water-governance-course/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
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SUMMARY:Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)26 October – 6 November 2026\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee:€3\,995\n\nIntroduction\nHow 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. \nFor decentralisation to succeed\, national governments must establish clear fiscal arrangements to support local service delivery\, while local authorities must strengthen their financial capacities and optimise resource use. \nThis course explores key aspects of fiscal decentralisation\, including expenditure responsibilities\, intergovernmental transfers\, and local revenue sources. Embedded in the broader context of decentralisation\, the training also highlights the importance of political decentralisation. \nThe programme combines theoretical insights with global best practices\, facilitating group discussions and learning from study visits to the Ministry of Interior\, Provincial Government\, and The Hague municipality. Tailored to participants’ needs\, sessions cover topics such as corruption\, participatory budgeting\, local taxation\, and financial accountability principles. \nKey Information\nThis course is designed for professionals working on (fiscal) decentralisation processes\, public sector reform programmes\, public service delivery or public financial management. Participants come from national\, regional and local governments as well as from donor and development organisations. \nParticularly relevant for professionals working in ministries of finance\, municipal budgeting and revenue units\, audit offices\, public financial management departments\, development banks\, and fiscal policy advisory bodies. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/fiscal-decentralisation-and-local-finance-course/
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SUMMARY:Training of Trainers Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information  \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)15 March – 19 March 2027\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee:€2\,095\n\nIntroduction\nDesigning 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 challenges and provides practical tips to address them. \nWe cover the full training cycle: from needs assessment to design\, delivery and evaluation. This helps to create training sessions that are context specific and applicable to the daily reality of training participants. Participants in this course will learn about participatory learning methods such as experiential learning\, group work\, role-plays\, case studies\, and peer coaching. These techniques encourage reflection\, dialogue\, and real-world application. \nThey will also learn how to manage challenges such as communication styles\, managing group dynamics and creating a safe\, inclusive learning environment that facilitates difficult conversations about sensitive topics. Finally\, this training equip participants with the tools to translate learning into action: setting clear objectives\, integrating action planning and ensuring follow-up for sustainable impact. \nKey Information\nThis course is relevant for staff involved in developing and delivering trainings and workshops\, including trainers\, programme managers\, capacity-strengthening specialists and HR-professionals from donor and development organisations\, NGOs\, governments\, CSOs\, knowlegde institutes and businesses working in multicultural settings. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/training-of-trainers-course/
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SUMMARY:Gender Responsive Governance Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information  \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)22 March – 26 March 2027\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee:€2\,995\n\nIntroduction\nGender 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 that ensure equitable access to resources and services are necessary to achieve inclusive and gender responsive governance. \nThis course discusses gender dynamics and focuses on the different needs and priorities of women\, men\, young girls and boys. We discuss gender-sensitive strategies and tools for gender analysis\, gender mainstreaming and gender-responsive budgeting in policies and programmes at the local level. Special attention is given to the involvement of marginalised groups in development initiatives. The course also discusses how best to engage men and how to address cross-cutting issues when applying a diverse gender perspective (intersectionality)\, particularly in complex cultural\, religious\, or fragile settings. \nKey Information\nThis course is aimed at professionals  working on gender policy and gender mainstreaming in government policies or development programmes at from national\, regional and local government\, NGOs\, and donor and development organisations. \nParticularly relevant for professionals working in gender equality units in ministries or local government\, social affairs and community development departments\, civil society organisations promoting women’s rights\, human rights commissions or policy advisory bodies. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/gender-responsive-governance-course/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270405
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SUMMARY:Local Climate Response Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face) 5 April – 16 April 2027\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee:€3\,995\n\nIntroduction\nAs 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. To address these challenges\, local governments – in cooperation with national and local stakeholders – must develop strategies that respond to current and future climate change. \nIn this course\, we will discuss climate change scenarios across multiple sectors and explore their policy implications. Furthermore\, participants will assess local climate vulnerabilities in their own local context\, and discuss possible strategies to build local resilience. The focus is on designing sustainable adaptation plans that support communities and local ecosystems\, for example\, by developing nature based solutions. Participants will also map national and international opportunities to finance climate adaptation\, and they will learn how to incorporate climate justice principles in local policies. \nKey Information\nThis course is aimed at professionals who design\, implement and support policies for adaptation to and mitigation of the effects of climate change. Participants come from national\, regional and local governments\, knowledge institutes\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/local-climate-response-course-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270911
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SUMMARY:Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information  \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face)6 September – 10 September 2027\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands \nFee:€2\,995\n\nIntroduction\nCorruption 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 economic and social development. Research has consistently demonstrated that marginalised communities are disproportionately affected by its consequences. \nThe course examines the underlying factors driving corruption and their impact on development. Participants will explore strategies to address these root causes and gain insights into international initiatives\, legislation\, and agreements aimed at combatting corruption. The course presents examples of integrity policies that prevent corrupt practices by fostering a culture of ethics within public institutions\, and ensuring that governments operate in the best interest of their citizens. Additionally\, various policy instruments\, including codes of conduct and whistleblower protection regulations\, will be discussed. \nThe programme includes a workshop on integrity dilemmas\, in which participants share experiences\, challenges\, and practical insights from their professional environment. By engaging with fellow professionals from diverse backgrounds\, participants will broaden their perspective on integrity and anti-corruption efforts worldwide. \nKey Information\nThis course is aimed at professionals involved in anti-corruption\, transparency and accountability processes concerning development and governance. Participants come from national\, regional and local government\, knowledge institutes\, NGOs and donor and development organisations. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/integrity-and-anti-corruption-course/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20271004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20271016
DTSTAMP:20260729T124723Z
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SUMMARY:Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance Course
DESCRIPTION:Key information \n\nCourse Date: (Face-to-face) 4 October – 15 October 2027\nLocation:The Hague\, Netherlands\nFee:€3\,995\n\nIntroduction\nSustainable 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 and cooperate effectively with the authorities. \nThis course discusses basic principles of participation\, inclusion\, transparency\, and social accountability and how to put them into practice. It shows concrete examples of innovative strategies\, outreach approaches and communication tools. Participants discuss the basic conditions for successful participation and share lessons learned from experience\, such as the importance of creating trust and managing expectations. \nSpecial attention is given to ensuring all voices are heard\, including women\, youth and people with disabilities. Furthermore\, we explore how information technologies can ensure greater accountability and transparency within government and facilitate meaningful participation. \n Key Information\nThe Citizen Participation and Inclusive Governance course is designed for professionals at governments\, NGOs and development organisations\, working on government reforms\, institutional strengthening\, participation\, inclusion and social accountability to promote locally led development. \n	Apply now
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/citizen-participation-and-inclusive-governance-course/
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