The Peacebuilding & Development Institute's (PDI) Humanitarian Practice program aims to prepare the next generation and current practitioners to adequately and accountably respond to complex emergencies around the world.
Mission:
Since the worldwide response to the massive 2004 Tsunami, the need for good humanitarian practice programs has been recognized. At a recently concluded symposium titled, “Lessons of Relief Aid after the Tsunami,” one of the key lessons was the need for training. Although Washington, DC is filled with humanitarian, relief, and development agencies, many continue to struggle with how to respond to humanitarian disasters and how to be accountable to the beneficiaries they serve. Because natural disasters are increasingly occurring in conflict areas, the development of conflict-sensitive responses is gaining greater acceptance on an international scale. Therefore, our unique and cutting-edge training program is not only timely but absolutely critical.
The program will serve the needs of anyone who:
- Works or volunteers in humanitarian relief
- Considers working in the field of humanitarian relief
- Has experience and skills in relief effort
- Has desires to meet other relief workers, exchange experiences, and make new contacts
- Wants to enhance the discourse about improved practices and emerging trends in the field
The Training Courses will help participants:
- develop existing skills
- acquire new skills
- learn more about relief work
- increase their ability to work effectively and confidently in the field in times of humanitarian distress
The program emphasizes active learning through participatory group exercises, case studies, role-playing, focused discussions, simulations, and practice with equipment used in the field. Training is planned and presented in collaboration with relief agencies and specialist organizations. Informal exchange of experience will also be a vital part of every course.
Course Timeline
This seven part series program will begin in late October and be offered throughout the following year. Session topics vary from one course to the next and each session lasts two days. Please see the full course descriptions for additional information pertaining to any individual course.
SPHERE Standards & Logistical Coordination
October 27 - 28
Security and Protection in Crises
November 17 - 18
ALNAP: Evaluating Humanitarian Performance in Emergencies
December 8 - 9
How the US Military & Aid Agencies Work Together
Early 2007
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