ReliefWeb - Training Opportunities

ReliefWeb - Training Opportunities

ReliefWeb - Training Opportunities

MEAL Planning in Practice (2026)

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:22:23 +0000

MEAL Planning in Practice (2026)

Self-Study Certificate Course
Start: Immediate Access
Time: Typically around 3 hours to complete

You've been handed MEAL responsibilities but no one showed you how to actually do it. You know you need to track progress and prove impact, but the frameworks feel complicated and the jargon doesn't help. Most MEAL training assumes you have a dedicated M&E team and months to design systems. For smaller NGOs, that's not reality. Without a workable MEAL system, organizations face:

• Donors asking for evidence of impact you can't provide
• Data collection that buries your team without informing decisions
• No clear way to know if you're reaching the most vulnerable
• Missed opportunities to adapt when something isn't working
• End-of-project reports scrambled together from incomplete records

This practical training gives you a simple, working MEAL system you can build this week. You'll follow a program officer's journey as she builds her MEAL plan from scratch, facing the same questions you do: Are we reaching the most vulnerable? Are we creating real change? How do I prove impact to the donor? No complex frameworks designed for large agencies. Just what works when resources are limited and you need something functional. Through this training, you'll be able to:

• Build a MEAL Framework Table for any project using a 9-column planning structure
• Design indicators that measure both reach and quality
• Set realistic targets based on context, not wishful thinking
• Run monthly learning meetings that turn data into decisions
• Explain your MEAL system to donors with confidence

This self-paced course combines video lessons with practical tools you can use immediately:

• Video presentations following a realistic case study
• The MEAL Framework Table — a 9-column planning tool covering what to measure, how to calculate it, where data comes from, who collects it, and who gets informed
• The Monthly Learning Meeting template — a 4-part agenda that turns data into decisions
• The MEAL Plan Quality Checklist — a review tool to check your plan before you finalize it
• Knowledge check to test your understanding
• Certificate upon completion

Course developed and presented by Neil Kendrick, founder of ELD Impact, with 25+ years of experience training humanitarian professionals across 20+ countries

See the full course curriculum and sign up here or contact us by email at mail@eldtraining.com.

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Effective Proposal and Report Writing Skills - Online Certificate Course

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:12:15 +0000

Among the most common institutional challenges facing relief and development organizations are how to document effectively their activities and to develop highly saleable and competitive project proposals for donor funding. These challenges have further resulted in limited capacity for resource mobilization in many organizations. Therefore, to bridge this capacity gap, IDEAL Public Health and Development Consultancy (IPHDC) has planned to conduct a training on Effective Proposal and Report Writing Skills in light of the current competitive funding environment.

When is the training?

26th to 30th January 2026

Who should attend this training?

Programme staff of humanitarian and development agencies including project managers, officers and assistants.

What are the key aspects of the training?

• Introduction to resource mobilization principles and practices.
• A snapshot of the current funding environment for non-profit organizations.
• Relevance of strong proposals and quality reports in a competitive scenario.
• Basic proposal elements, proposal formats and proposal summary.
• Needs assessment, project design frameworks, problem statement, problem justification, project goals and objectives setting, project output and outcomes, project strategy and approaches and project implementation planning.
• Monitoring and evaluation framework and plan.
• Organizational frameworks.
• Elements of a good budget and the budgeting process.
• Effective reporting in a competitive funding environment.
• Effective reporting for different audiences.
• Key elements of technical reporting.
• Types of project reports - Monthly progress reports, activity reports, routine reports, field trip reports and meetings reports.

What are the main training objectives?

The following objectives are planned to be achieved by the end of the training:

• To enhance the capacity of trainees to develop highly competitive project proposal for donor funded projects.
• To increase the ability of trainees to generate and compile high quality technical reports.
• To create a forum for practising project proposal development and report writing skills.

What learning approach and language will be used in the training?

The entire training will be facilitated in English.

The training delivery method includes interactive online sessions, PowerPoint presentations, articles, videos, quizzes and assessments.

How to register

To register, you need to complete our course application form then proceed to pay the training fees through any of the following options: bank transfer, Western Union or WorldRemit Internet Money Transfer. The deadline for registration is Sunday 25th January 2026.

For more information, send an email to training@iphdcinternational.org or call +254 (20) 2345572.

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Organization Development and Systems Strengthening (ODSS) - Online Certificate Course

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:10:50 +0000

Humanitarian and development agencies play a very significant role in addressing the gaps in service delivery at community level. However, studies have shown that most of these agencies often lack requisite technical, financial and managerial capacity to effectively address these challenges. This has resulted in poor utilization of resources and consequently low impact from their interventions among target communities.

In order to bridge the prevalent institutional and programming capacity gaps of humanitarian and development agencies, IDEAL Public Health and Development Consultancy (IPHDC) has organized this five-day training on Organization Development and Systems Strengthening (ODSS). This approach is globally applied by funding agencies, intermediary organizations, capacity-building consultants and civil society organizations (CSOs).

What is the main training objective?

To strengthen institutional and programming capacity of humanitarian and development agencies for greater impact of their actions.

When is the training?

2nd to 6th February 2026

Who should attend this training?

Administrators of development and humanitarian agencies, program managers, project managers and officers.

What are the key aspects of the training?

• Introduction to Organization Development and Systems Strengthening (ODSS).
• Project Management.
• Leadership and Governance.
• Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement.
• Financial Resource Management.
• Administration and Human Resource Management (HRM).
• Networking and Advocacy.
• Knowledge Management (KM).
• Sustainability of organizations.
• Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E).

What learning approach and language will be used in the training?

The entire training will be facilitated in English.

The training delivery method includes interactive webinar sessions, PowerPoint presentations, articles, videos, quizzes and assessments.

How to register

To register, you need to complete our course application form then proceed to pay the training fees using any of the following options: bank transfer, Western Union or WorldRemit Internet Money Transfer. The deadline for registration is Sunday 1st February 2026.

For more information, send an email to training@iphdcinternational.org or call +254 (20) 2345572.

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Public Health in Emergencies (PHiE) - Online Certificate Course

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:07:11 +0000

Emergencies, such as disasters, crises, epidemics and pandemics, can all impact public health: Often people living in affected areas face disruptions to safe water and sanitation services, putting them at increased risk of waterborne and vector-borne diseases.

IDEAL Public Health and Development Consultancy (IPHDC) has developed a Public Health in Emergencies (PHiE) training program which focuses on critical public health issues faced by actors working in emergencies and humanitarian situations. This training has been developed to capacitate actors to effectively respond to public health challenges among populations in complex emergencies.

What are the training objectives

• To enhance participants’ technical knowledge and understanding of public health concepts and their application in emergency contexts.
• To equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively respond to public health crises, including pandemics, natural disasters and other emergencies.
• To strengthen participants’ capacity to coordinate and implement public health interventions during emergencies.
• To foster a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to public health emergency response among participants.

Who should attend this training?

UN, Government and NGO staff including programme managers, project managers and officers especially those working in WASH, health and nutrition programmes.

What are the modules of the training?

• Introduction to Public Health in emergencies (PHiE)
• Public Health emergency preparedness and response
• Basic epidemiology and surveillance in emergency settings
• Water supply and quality control, including emergency WASH infrastructure
• Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) disease prevention and control
• Nutrition in emergencies (NiE)
• Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in emergencies
• Coordination and collaboration with relevant stakeholders
• Monitoring and Evaluation of public health in emergencies

What learning approach and language will be used in the training?

The training delivery method includes interactive online sessions, PowerPoint presentations, articles, publications, documentaries, quizzes and assessments.

The entire training will be facilitated in English.

When is the training period?

9th to 13th February 2026

How to register

Interested individuals should complete our Course Application Form before Sunday 8th February 2026.

For more information on our courses you can visit our training page. Also you can send an email to training@iphdcinternational.org or call +254 (20) 2345572.

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Water and sanitation engineering: from emergency towards development

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:05:34 +0000

Introduction

The main objective of this course, co-organised by the ICRC and the University of Neuchâtel, is to train qualified and motivated engineers and scientists who are active (or intending to become active) in the wash-sector in humanitarian contexts. The participants should be able, at the end of the course, to plan, implement and monitor water and sanitation emergency programs, and design an emergency response in the context of humanitarian operations as well as to better understand the institutional context of humanitarian situations.

The training covers a wide range of technical aspects required to efficiently handle emergency situations with approaches aiming towards development. The training thereby facilitates integration of engineers and scientists in humanitarian operations and makes the participants aware of the close links between public health, water and sanitation in disaster-stricken populations.

Methodology

The training course is subdivided a mixture of theoretical sessions directly followed by practical work in the field. The following topics are covered: fundamentals of water supply, i.e. basics of operational hydrogeology, water resource management, groundwater exploration and exploitation, water quality and treatment, water distribution, sanitation in emergencies and WASH relevant aspects of epidemic management. During the practical course, all the theoretical assets are combined with hands-on exercises in all fields, from assemblage of an emergency water treatment and distribution unit, water and bacteriological analysis, well testing and geophysical exploration in parallel with a week-long simulation exercise which focuses on developing intervention strategies during emergency response within the complex humanitarian institutional landscape.

Objectives

• identify, formulate and analyse issues of water supply, sanitation and public health
• plan, implement and monitor a water and sanitation emergency programs in the context of a humanitarian operation;
• better understand the institutional context of a humanitarian situation and design an emergency response.

Target audience

• The course is designed for engineers and scientists interested in a humanitarian engagement in the domain of water and sanitation.

Online Registration is open

https://www.unine.ch/formation/water-and-sanitation-engineering-from-emerg...

Dr. Ellen Milnes
Centre of Hydrogeology and Geothermics of the University of Neuchâtel (CHYN)
Université de Neuchâtel
Rue Emile-Argand 11
2000 Neuchâtel
+41 (0)32 718 25 94
ellen.milnes@unine.ch

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Sustainable solar water scheme design in humanitarian and development contexts

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:05:11 +0000

Introduction

The aim of this course, which is co-organised by ICRC and the University of Neuchâtel, is to train qualified and motivated engineers and scientists who are active (or intending to become active) in the Energy-Environment or WASH-sector in humanitarian and development contexts in the booming field of solarisation of water supply systems. The participants should be able, at the end of the course, to plan, design, implement and assess cost-effectiveness of solar water supply systems in the context of humanitarian and development operations.

The training covers a wide range of technical and economic aspects required to implement sustainable solar water schemes aiming towards development. Solarisation of water schemes is currently booming worldwide, with climate-resilient solutions high on the strategic agenda of INGOS, UN agencies, donors and governments. Technical know-how on specificities of water-scheme solarisation have so far not been consistently integrated in academic curricula of engineers and scientists active in the WASH sector, which is why such dedicated trainings are of prime importance. The specificities of this training are both the integration of borehole dynamic processes into the design of solar water schemes as well as the hands-on mounting of a full solar water scheme in the field.

Methodology

The training course is subdivided into a mixture of theoretical sessions directly followed by practical work in the field. The following topics are covered: basics of operational hydrogeology, water resource management and solar feasibility studies, groundwater exploitation, borehole characterization, well-inspection and rehabilitation, pumping tests and interpretation, fundamentals of water distribution design and reservoir dimensioning, solar energy principles and solar water scheme design, cost and life cycle analysis, operation and maintenance.

During the practical course, all the theoretical assets are combined with hands-on exercises in all fields, from well inspection to pumping tests to the design and assemblage of a full solar water scheme in parallel with real case study exercises following all steps.

Objectives

• Introduction to relevant principles of applied hydrogeology, with particular emphasis on optimized groundwater exploitation, water management in humanitarian and development contexts
• Introduction to borehole diagnostics and solar pre-feasibility studies
• To plan, design, carry out and interpret a pump test to obtain the ‘safe solar yield’ as design input for solar water scheme design
• Introduction to design of water distribution networks, from water point to reservoir, with particular emphasis on specificities of solar water schemes
• To understand the close link between exploitation schemes/energy consumption and solar water scheme design
• To get familiar with the basics of solar energy principles and the factors affecting solar pumping schemes functioning
• To learn how to design a solar water scheme based on the result of the pumping test
• To get hands-on experience in assembling a complete solar water supply scheme
• To get familiarized with life-cycle analysis in order to compare different technology choices and optimize exploitation costs

Target audience

The course is designed for engineers and scientists interested in the domain of water supply and solar systems in humanitarian and development contexts. Previous knowledge or experience of solar energy technology is not required.

Complete online registration under:

https://www.unine.ch/formation/sustainable-solar-water-scheme-design-in-hu...

Dr. Ellen Milnes
Centre of Hydrogeology and Geothermics of the University of Neuchâtel (CHYN)
Université de Neuchâtel
Rue Emile-Argand 11
2000 Neuchâtel
+41 (0)32 718 25 94
ellen.milnes@unine.ch

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Leveraging AI for Peace: A UNSSC Webinar Learning Series

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:01:13 +0000

As the UN enters a new era of AI governance under UN 2.0, the stakes for peace and security have never been higher. Artificial intelligence presents both unprecedented opportunities and profound risks for global stability.

The United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) is pleased to launch a three-part online webinar series, Leveraging AI for Peace, bringing together experts from the United Nations, academia, and the technology and peacebuilding fields to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming conflict prevention.

This series will examine how AI is governed within the UN, how it is already being used to strengthen early warning and decision-making, and what ethical safeguards are needed to ensure responsible and conflict-sensitive use.

The webinar series includes three sessions:

Webinar 1 – AI at the UN: Governance, Policy, and Implications for the Peace & Security Pillar
26 January | 15:00–16:00 CET

A discussion on the UN’s evolving AI governance frameworks, Member State positions, and what these developments mean for peace and security.

Confirmed speakers:

• Avishan Bodjnoud, Chief of Information Management Unit, United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs – Department of Peace Operations
• MinJi Song, Officer-in-Charge, Innovation Cell, United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs
• Rebekah Hayoung Woo, Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies, United Nations

Register here.

Webinar 2 – Preventing Conflict with AI: Real-World Use Cases and Emerging Opportunities
9 February | 15:00–16:00 CET

An exploration of practical applications of AI for early warning, risk analysis, mediation support, and peacebuilding.

Confirmed speakers:

• Caleb Gichuhi, Africa Lead, Build Up ^
• Michele Giovanardi, Programme Officer for Digital Peacemaking, Crisis Management Initiative – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
• Mariarosaria Taddeo, Professor of Digital Ethics and Defence Technologies, Oxford Internet Institute
• Maude Morrison*,* Deputy Director for Digital Conflict, Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue (HD)

Register here.

Webinar 3 – The Risks and Ethics of AI in Conflict Prevention
9 March | 15:00–16:00 CET

A conversation on AI-driven risks—bias, misinformation, privacy concerns, and security threats—and what mechanisms are needed to ensure safe and ethical use. UNSSC invites practitioners, researchers, technologists, policymakers, and civil society actors to join this dialogue on how AI can be harnessed responsibly to support peace, while safeguarding human rights, accountability, and trust.

Confirmed speakers:

• Giacomo Persi Paoli, Head of Security and Technology Programme, United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research
• Branka Panic, Founder, AI for Peace

Register here.

How to register

Please register in advance here: https://www.unssc.org/events/leveraging-ai-peace-unssc-webinar-learning-se...

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Certificate in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:40:11 +0000

The ONLINE Certificate in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes offers participants an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes. As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st Century.

Participants will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, investments, amongst others and will learn not only the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, but also the alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.

Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.

This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• English proficiency
• Excellent academic performance

Admissions Requirements

• English Proficiency Test Scores Report
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
• Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
• Transcripts of Records
• Copy of Passport
• Passport-size photo for ID purposes

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Certificate in International Law and Diplomacy (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:37:43 +0000

The Certificate in International Law and Diplomacy is a programme permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students’ knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers. During this programme, students will analyse the different dimensions of international law including those related to law-making, armed conflicts, human rights, economic relations, as well as those related to the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century including dispute settlement and conflict resolution.

Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability. Additionally, students will gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN), as they will have the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Geneva and The Hague, where the UN maintains a significant presence.

Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.

This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• English proficiency
• Excellent academic performance

Admissions Requirements

• English Proficiency Test Scores Report
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
• Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
• Transcripts of Records
• Copy of Passport
• Passport-size photo for ID purposes

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Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:33:59 +0000

The Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic programme that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise.

Offered in an online format, students in this programme will analyse the different dimensions of development, including environmental, social, economic, and human dimensions, as well as the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century.

Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.

Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, international organizations, development agencies, academia and the private sector.

This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• English proficiency
• Excellent academic performance

Admissions Requirements

• English Proficiency Test Scores Report
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
• Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
• Transcripts of Records
• Copy of Passport
• Passport-size photo for ID purposes

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Certificate in Gender and Development (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Hybrid Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:31:07 +0000

The HYBRID Certificate in Gender and Development, offered jointly by UPEACE and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip participants with the critical perspectives necessary for nurturing gender consciousness in development. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this certificate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.

The programme is offered in Hybrid Format (online + face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in San José, Costa Rica). Students in this programme will develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others. Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.

Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• English proficiency
• Excellent academic performance

Admissions Requirements

• English Proficiency Test Scores Report
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
• Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
• Transcripts of Records
• Copy of Passport
• Passport-size photo for ID purposes

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Certificate in Gender and Development (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:28:07 +0000

The hybrid or online Certificate in Gender and Development, offered jointly by UPEACE and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip participants with the critical perspectives necessary for nurturing gender consciousness in development. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this certificate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.

The programme is offered in Hybrid Format (online + face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in San José, Costa Rica). Students in this programme will develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others. Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.

Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Eligibility

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
• English proficiency
• Excellent academic performance

Admissions Requirements

• English Proficiency Test Scores Report
• Statement of Purpose
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
• Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
• Transcripts of Records
• Copy of Passport
• Passport-size photo for ID purposes

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Master of Arts in Gender and Development - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:21:38 +0000

The Master of Arts in Gender and Development offered by UPEACE, jointly with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip students with critical knowledge about gender studies in its intersections with development studies. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this graduate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.

Offered both in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format, this programme will allow students to develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others.

Students will also attend skills development sessions and coaching sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

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Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy - Online Modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:16:55 +0000

The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (hybrid and online formats) is a graduate programme permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students’ knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with the knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers.

During this programme – offered both in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format – students in this programme will analyze the different dimensions of development, including environmental, social, economic, and human dimensions, as well as the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century. These include dispute settlement and conflict resolution.

In addition, students will attend skills development and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form

1. Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
2. Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
3. Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
4. Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.

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Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes - Online modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:12:11 +0000

The Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (onsite, hybrid, and online formats) is a graduate programme that offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes.

As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st century.

Students will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, and investments, amongst others. Students will learn the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, as well as alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.

In addition, students will attend skills-development sessions and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.

This programme is offered in an Onsite Format (face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format (within the UPEACE Virtual Learning Environment).

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form

1. Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
2. Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
3. Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
4. Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.

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Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes - Hybrid modality

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:08:20 +0000

The Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (onsite, hybrid, and online formats) is a graduate programme that offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes.

As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st century.

Students will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, and investments, amongst others. Students will learn the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, as well as alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.

In addition, students will attend skills-development sessions and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.

Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.

This programme is offered in an Onsite Format (face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format (within the UPEACE Virtual Learning Environment).

How to register

Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/

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Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy | Edition 2 - 2026

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The Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy offers a unique opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in international relations, professionals working in international and regional organizations, as well as governmental and non-governmental institutions, to expand their knowledge on international affairs and strengthen their capacities in the field of multilateral diplomacy. All e-Learning courses are built on UNITAR’s wealth of experience in designing and implementing training workshops on diplomacy and multilateral affairs. We offer a 25% discount for group bookings (10+). Please don't hesitate to contact mdp-elearning@unitar.org for further information.

The Diploma is offered entirely online, and is designed for a wide range of professionals including government officials, diplomats, private sector specialists, practitioners in the international arena, academics, and other stakeholders.

How to register

Access: https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/online-diploma-multilateral-diplomac...

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Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy - Edition 1

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:30:10 +0000

The Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy offers a unique opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in international relations, professionals working in international and regional organizations, as well as governmental and non-governmental institutions, to expand their knowledge on international affairs and strengthen their capacities in the field of multilateral diplomacy. All e-Learning courses are built on UNITAR’s wealth of experience in designing and implementing training workshops on diplomacy and multilateral affairs. We offer a 25% discount for group bookings (10+). Please don't hesitate to contact mdp-elearning@unitar.org for further information.

The Diploma is offered entirely online, and is designed for a wide range of professionals including government officials, diplomats, private sector specialists, practitioners in the international arena, academics, and other stakeholders.

How to register

Access: https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/online-diploma-multilateral-diplomac...

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Advanced Market Systems Development Training

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:21:22 +0000

Why take this course?

Our Advanced Training on Market Systems Development course is designed specifically for professionals with experience, enthusiasm, and passion for the practical challenges of MSD implementation.

This course will be run in-person. It is suitable for people who have taken other introductory MSD courses, including our own online market systems development course.

Developing a course for seasoned practitioners allows us to take a radically different approach to training. The course will be immersive and scenario-based, asking you to develop business models, negotiate with partners, and respond to unexpected events.

You will also learn about some of the most pressing challenges in market systems development today, including environmental impacts, working in conflict-affected contexts, and supporting equity.

We are offering this course, and we believe that it fills a critically needed gap in training provision among the MSD community. To make it work, however, we need your help. If you are interested in joining, please register as soon as you can – this will help build the critical mass needed to run the course.

During this course, you will:

• Build practical skills in market systems development, through immersive scenario-based training
• Learn from experts about the latest thinking in MSD, and how to apply it in your programmes
• Meet a network of senior professionals from around the world, who share your passion for MSD
• For a full description of the course content, click here.

The course will be run in-person in Istanbul, and will be full-time over the five training days. For the full course content, click here. The course consists of four components:

• Scenario training: Our course will immerse you in an MSD scenario, meeting and negotiating with market actors and donors to solve real-world challenges.
• Experience sharing: Course participants bring decades of experience in market systems development. Learn from them and come prepared to share your expertise.
• Expert presentations: Our course will feature training sessions from experts in their fields, on topics ranging from gender, to green growth, to financial services.
• Case studies: By studying experiences from other market systems development programmes, participants will learn about successful implementation.

To apply for the Advanced MSD Training, please complete the application form available here. Please note that the application does not guarantee your place, so please do not make any logistical arrangements before hearing from us. We will respond to confirm your place within two weeks of application.

As this is an advanced course, we are seeking participants with at least three years of experience in MSD implementation, ideally with some introductory training in MSD. However, we understand that everyone’s experience is different, so please apply even if your experience doesn’t exactly meet these criteria.

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Health Policy and Integrated Knowledge Translation

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:05:48 +0000

Content Overview

The overall objective of this course is to explore with the participants how best to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with the knowledge users to ensure that research findings are not only accessible but also used to inform policy, practice, and system-level change. They will be introduced to theoretical frameworks in policy analysis, the political and ethical dimensions of decision-making, and the methodological foundations of Integrated Knowledge Translation. By the end of the course, the participants will have gained practical skills in co-designing research questions, synthesizing and disseminating research findings for various policy audiences, evaluating the implementation of policy interventions, and understanding the role of stakeholders in shaping policy outcomes.

Course Topics

• Foundations of Health Policy and integrated Knowledge Translation
• Partnering with Knowledge Users
• Designing Research with Impact
• Effective Knowledge Communication
• Evaluating and sustaining integrated Knowledge Translation

Course Objectives

• Explain fundamental concepts in health policy and Integrated Knowledge Translation
• Analyse real-world policy problems using established frameworks
• Applying the ethical, political, and relational dimensions of engaging with stakeholders as well as addressing their power dynamics, and influences.
• Communicate evidence effectively to policymakers and system leaders.
• Design an Integrated Knowledge Translation strategy for a specific health issue.

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