Social Protection Course

Course Overview:
The primary goal of this course is to strengthen participants’ understanding of social protection systems and their role in fostering social welfare and economic growth. By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the core concepts, principles, and components of social protection.
Analyze the social, economic, and political factors that influence social protection policies.
Design and implement social protection programs tailored to specific populations.
Assess the impact and success of social protection interventions.
Advocate for the enhancement and expansion of social protection systems.

Organizational Benefits:

Improved comprehension of social protection policies and strategies among team members.
Enhanced capacity to design and execute effective social protection programs.
Better resource allocation for social protection projects.
Stronger partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
Increased ability to advocate for data-driven social protection policies.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for professionals working in the fields of social development and poverty reduction, such as:

Government officials and policy advisors involved in social protection.
Social workers and community development specialists.
NGO staff managing social protection projects.
Researchers and academics with an interest in social policy.
Representatives of international organizations and donor agencies.

Course Duration:

The course spans 10 days, providing an in-depth exploration of the subject matter through interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on exercises.

Course Modules:

Introduction to Social Protection: Definitions, principles, and key strategies.
Policy and Planning: Social protection policy development and stakeholder coordination.
Income Support Programs: Cash transfers, social pensions, and public works schemes.
Health and Education Programs: Health insurance, school feeding programs, and education subsidies.
Vulnerable Groups: Social protection for children, persons with disabilities, and older persons.
Emergencies and Disasters: Social protection in crisis situations and resilience-building.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Tools for evaluating social protection interventions.
Financing and Sustainability: Sustainable financing options and resource mobilization strategies.
Social Justice: Equity, inclusion, and human rights in social protection.
Social Protection and Employment: Addressing employment challenges through social protection.
Social Services Integration: Coordinating social protection with health, education, and housing.
Rural Development: Enhancing rural livelihoods through social protection.
Urban Poverty: Addressing poverty and slum conditions in urban areas.
Disability Inclusion: Ensuring social protection is inclusive for people with disabilities.
Climate Change: Social protection strategies for climate adaptation and resilience.

Course Features:

Tailor-made courses to fit the unique needs of participants.
English language proficiency required for all participants.
Interactive learning through presentations, group discussions, and practical exercises.
Experienced facilitators with over 10 years of expertise.
Certificate of Completion awarded by Stepsure Training And Research Institute.
Online and in-house training options available to suit your schedule.
Flexibility in course duration to meet the requirements of your organization.
The course fee includes facilitation, materials, coffee breaks, and lunch.
Participants are responsible for travel, visa, accommodation, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation, airport pick-up, and visa assistance available upon request at discounted rates.
Optional tablets and laptops provided at an additional cost.
One-year free consultation and coaching after course completion.
Discounts of 10% to 50% for group registrations of more than two participants.