**CALL FOR female PARTICIPANTS to join UPCOMING COURSEs
and workshops in june 2024 - DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
THRIVE SHORT TRAINING COURSES
(on-site in Kenya or online)
Thrive facilitates a number of short in-person / online / hybrid Professional Development Courses (PDCs) on key themes related to development work for female development workers and researchers (fee-based). In-person courses are intensive and are scheduled over 3-4 days. Online courses are normally staggered over five weeks to allow professionals and researchers to integrate the courses into their ongoing schedules. Hybrid courses are scheduled over 1.5 days (in person) and 2 sessions (online). Both online and onsite courses are open to participants in Kenya, the region and beyond.
Course 1. Engendering Development in Fragile contexts: PATHWAYS TOWARDS WOMEN’S SOCIO-ECONOMIC INCLUSION (5 sessions, dr Holly ritchie)
The main objective of this 5 session course is for participants to develop a deeper understanding of gender and development in fragile settings i.e. where the government is weak, absent or unwilling, including marginalised urban and rural areas. The course aims to specifically promote critical thinking regarding social institutions and inclusion in fighting global poverty and working towards democratic processes in more challenging environments. The course will draw attention to the influence of social institutions (norms, customs), and how they relate to formal institutions (laws, regulations). We will explore how social norms shape women’s everyday lives, choices and opportunities, and look at underlying cultural beliefs and values. We will debate the role of men and women in reinforcing or challenging these beliefs/practices, and the influence of the formal institutional environment. We will take a particular focus on women’s economic development and value chain participation.
Overview of course topics:
Session 1:
Introduction to gender in fragile environments
Session 2:
Examining social institutions, gender and exclusion
Session 3:
Gender and economic development
Session 4:
Gender and value chains
Session 5:
A look at key aid interventions and fostering inclusion
Participant profile:
The course is designed for:
• Female researchers, and post-graduate students keen to develop a deeper understanding of gender and development
• Mid-senior female development practitioners engaged in the implementation of local development projects with a strong interest in gender and change
Numbers will be capped at 12-15 participants (with a minimum of 4 participants).
Course load and outcomes:
Online participants will be expected to attend the five weekly afternoon sessions (online), and to engage in 2 hours (maximum) of reading/assignments outside of class per week (total student load is approximately 3-4 hours per week). Alternatively, onsite participants will be expected to participate in 3 full days training in Nairobi.
At the end of the course, participants will have enhanced their knowledge on gender dynamics and social change in fragile settings, and learnt best practices in women’s socio-economic inclusion and value chain development.
Course fee (ONLINE):
The online course fee is 300 USD / pp. Early bird fee (two weeks before start date) is 280 USD.
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 600 USD / pp. Early bird fee is 550 USD. Residential options (single room with bathroom plus meals) available onsite at the SOS training centre, please inquire for details.
Course fee (HYBRID):
The hybrid course fee is 450 USD / pp. Early bird fee is 400 USD. Residential options (single room with bathroom plus meals) available onsite at the SOS training centre, please inquire for details.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
HYBRID COURSE– Virtual & Onsite in NAIROBI (5 sessions)
Onsite: 3 sessions (1.5 days): TBC
Virtual: 2 sessions (2 hours per session): TBC
course 2. Qualitative Research in Fragile Contexts: From Design to Analysis (5 SESSIONS, dr HOLLY ritchie)
The main objective of this 5 session course is for participants to develop critical skills and techniques in qualitative research, particularly related to academic or project-based studies in ‘fragile’ contexts (i.e. where basic services and security may be lacking, including in low income settlements and slum areas). The course aims to specifically focus on research design, methods, and analysis.
Overview of course topics:
Session 1:
Introduction to qualitative research
Session 2:
Exploring core qualitative research tools
Session 3:
Case studies and incorporating ethnography
Session 4:
Designing your own research project in different contexts
Session 5:
From research project design to analysis
Participant profile:
The course is designed for:
• Female researchers and BA/MA students keen to develop critical techniques in qualitative research
• Early-mid level female development practitioners engaged in the implementation of (inter)national development projects with a strong interest in research.
Numbers will be capped at 12-15 participants (with a minimum of 4 participants).
Course load and outcomes:
Online participants will be expected to attend the five weekly afternoon sessions (online), and to engage in 2 hours (maximum) of reading/assignments outside of class per week (total student load is approximately 3-4 hours per week). Alternatively, onsite participants will be expected to participate in 3 full days training in Nairobi.
At the end of the course, participants will have enhanced their knowledge on conducting high-quality qualitative research in complex developing environments: from design to analysis. In terms of core tools, we will focus in particular on learning three qualitative research methods: observation, key informant interviews (KIIs), and focus group discussions (FGDs), with online tips during the pandemic. Towards improved analysis, the course will look at key techniques for consolidating information and drawing out dominant themes.
Course fee (ONLINE):
The online course fee is 300 USD / pp. Early bird fee (two weeks before start date) is 250 USD.
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 600 USD / pp. Early bird fee (two weeks before start date) is 550 USD. Residential options (single room with bathroom plus meals) available onsite at the SOS training centre, please inquire for details.
Course fee (HYBRID):
The hybrid course fee is 450 USD / pp. Early bird fee (two weeks before start date) is 400 USD. Residential options (single room with bathroom plus meals) available onsite at the SOS training centre, please inquire for details.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
HYBRID COURSE– Virtual & Onsite in NAIROBI (5 sessions)
Onsite: 3 sessions (1.5 days): TBC
Virtual: 2 sessions (2 hours per session): Tues TBC (5-7pm EAT), Wed TBC (5-7pm EAT)
Course 3. UNLEASHING CHANGE MAKERS THROUGH BUSINESS: SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS (5 sessions, Dr Holly Ritchie & Professor.DR. Josette Dijkhuizen (women4women))
THRIVE has developed this exciting new course with Women4Women based in The Netherlands. The course is especially designed for women working in entrepreneurship development and policy making in fragile developing contexts who are passionate about business and social change.
The main objective of this 5-session course is for participants to gain basic knowledge on all aspects of social entrepreneurship from goals, motivation to design, implementation and sustainability. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on social entrepreneurship and how they may be able to integrate this concept into their programmes and projects as a pathway towards fostering social, cultural environmental change through grassroots business. With a focus on exchange and connection, participants will gain a valuable network of other aspiring colleagues in (social) enterprise development and policy making.
Overview of course topics:
Session 1:
Introduction to social entrepreneurship
Session 2:
People and the Planet
Session 3:
Identifying/designing social enterprise concepts: from values to value propositions
Session 4:
Operationalizing a social business: ensuring sustainability and scale
Session 5:
Taking the next step: reflecting on your own organisations to integrate social entrepreneurship for bottom-up change
Participant profile:
This course is designed for women working in entrepreneurship development and policy making in developing contexts, particularly in more marginalised settings, who are passionate about business and social change. Numbers will be capped at 12-15 participants (with a minimum of 4 participants).
Course load and outcomes:
Online participants will be expected to attend the five weekly afternoon sessions (online), and to engage in 2 hours (maximum) of reading/assignments outside of class per week (total student load is approximately 3-4 hours per week). Alternatively, onsite participants will be expected to participate in 3 full days training in Nairobi.
At the end of the course, participants will have: enhanced their knowledge on key principles of social entrepreneurship and practical tips for developing social enterprises in complex developing environments, identified potential options for integrating social entrepreneurship into their existing and/or future projects and programmes; and expanded their network of colleagues working in the field of (social) entrepreneurship development and policy making
Course fee (ONLINE):
The online course fee is 300 USD / pp. Early bird fee (two weeks before start date) is 280 USD / pp.
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 600 USD / pp. Early bird fee is 550 USD. Residential options (single room with bathroom plus meals) available onsite at the SOS training centre, please inquire for details.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONLINE: East African Time
Next round: To be announced.
Every Thurs 4-6pm / 5 weekly sessions.
THRIVE WORKSHOPS (0.5-1 day)
Thrive facilitates a number of half-1 day workshops on technical, and non-technical themes related to aid and development work for female consultants, researchers and development workers. Kindly inquire for more details on upcoming dates!
workshop 1. EXPLORING PRINCIPLES OF FEMINIST LEADERSHIP
The main objective of this workshop is for participants to explore and interrogate principles of ‘feminist’ leadership in aid approaches and to examine practical cases of action in real-life projects. How can this improve development outcomes and inclusion?
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 90 USD / pp.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONSITE: SOS TRAINING CENTRE, KAREN, NAIROBI
Next round: Sat 15th April (morning/10-12pm)
workshop 2. EXPLORING GENDER & CLIMATE CHANGE IN FRAGILE CONTEXTS
The main objective of this workshop is for participants to explore and interrogate insights into gender and climate change and to examine practical cases in real-life projects, particularly in agro-pastoralist contexts. How can appropriate adaptation improve sustainable development and inclusion?
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 90 USD / pp.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONSITE: SOS TRAINING CENTRE, KAREN, NAIROBI
Next round: Sat 22nd April (morning/10-12pm)
workshop 3. EXPLORING GENDER AND DIGITAL INCLUSION IN FRAGILE CONTEXTS
The main objective of this workshop is for participants to explore and interrogate gender and digital inclusion, and to examine practical cases in real-life projects, particularly in refugee and remote areas. How can digital inclusion influence development outcomes and inclusion?
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 90 USD / pp.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONSITE: SOS TRAINING CENTRE, KAREN, NAIROBI
Next round: To be announced.
workshop 4. cracking coding in qualitative research
The main objective of this workshop is for participants to explore basic skills and techniques in coding in qualitative research. The workshop aims to look at manual coding and software.
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 90 USD / pp.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONSITE: SOS TRAINING CENTRE, KAREN, NAIROBI
Next round: To be announced.
workshop 5. thriving as a consultant: from contracts to report writing
The main objective of this workshop is for participants to discuss lessons learnt in consulting work, particularly for women. The workshop aims to look at contract management, assignment management and report writing.
Course fee (ONSITE):
The onsite course fee is 90 USD / pp.
UPCOMING COURSE DATES:
* ONSITE: SOS TRAINING CENTRE, KAREN, NAIROBI
Next round: To be announced.
Other upcoming workshops
• Value Chain Development and Gender
• Wellbeing as a platform for empowerment and development
• A socio-cultural approach to value chain development
Participant Testimonials…
“The course was really educative and I really learnt a lot from it…”
(Participant, Qualitative Research, 2020)
“Very useful content. Instructor was clear and explains everything very well…”
(Participant, Qualitative Research, 2020)
“The course work was really amazing and the lecturer made it even more fun…”
(Participant, Qualitative Research, 2020)
“I really got to learn a lot while in the program and I look forward to applying my knowledge”
(Participant, Engendering Development, 2021)
“Course content was very informative and educative. Am hoping to use the knowledge in organisational research works yet to be assigned.”
(Participant, Qualitative Research, 2021)
Availability on courses
We have 12-15 places available per training (online and onsite).
Location of on-site events
Online or SOS Regional Training & Conference Centre, Acacia drive, Karen, Nairobi
Tel: +254 (0)20 2405121 (SOS)
For more information, and/or to sign up, kindly click on the inquiries button.