Women, Peace, and Security Nexus

Description

Course Overview
This intensive 3-day training course provides participants with the conceptual foundation, practical strategies, and tools necessary to apply the WPS agenda across conflict-affected, transitional, and peacebuilding settings. It draws on real-world case studies, interactive methods, and applied exercises to foster deeper understanding and capacity to promote inclusive, sustainable peace.

Course Duration and Schedule

The course will be delivered over 15 hours, scheduled as 5 hours per day across 3 days.

Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the historical, political, and normative foundations of the WPS agenda.
• Apply gender-sensitive analysis to conflict, peacebuilding, and security contexts.
• Design and assess programs and policies that integrate WPS principles in humanitarian, development, and security sectors.

Training Methodology
The course combines interactive lectures, practical workshops, case studies, and hands-on assignments. Participants will also receive individualized feedback and mentorship throughout the training.

Who Should Attend
This training is suitable for:

• Gender focal points in government, international organizations, or NGOs
• Humanitarian workers and development practitioners
• Policymakers working on international peace and security
• Academics and researchers focused on conflict, security, and gender
• Civil society leaders, especially from conflict-affected or transitional areas

Certificate
Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded Women, Peace, and Security Nexus Certification Training