Course Details

Embedding Rights in Action: Human Rights-Based Approach to Development Training Course

INTRODUCTION

The Human Rights-Based Approach to Development (HRBA) provides a powerful framework for ensuring that development initiatives are grounded in international human rights standards and principles. Our comprehensive HRBA to Development Training Course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to integrate human rights into all stages of the development process, from assessment and planning to implementation and evaluation. By focusing on the rights holders and their entitlements, and the duty bearers and their obligations, this approach aims to achieve sustainable development outcomes that are equitable, just, and participatory, ultimately empowering individuals and communities to claim their rights and improve their lives.

Designed for development practitioners, government officials, NGO staff, and human rights advocates, this training addresses the critical need to move beyond traditional development models and embrace approaches that prioritize human dignity and equality. Participants will learn how to analyze power imbalances, promote participation and inclusion, ensure accountability, and apply the principles of non-discrimination and equality in their work. By mastering the HRBA, graduates will be able to design and implement development programs that are not only effective in achieving their goals but also contribute to the realization of human rights, fostering sustainable and transformative change.

DURATION

5 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

• Development Practitioners and Program Managers
• Government Officials involved in development planning and implementation
• NGO Staff working on development projects
• Human Rights Advocates and Activists
• Policy Makers and Planners
• Academics and Researchers in Development Studies
• Individuals seeking to integrate human rights into their development work
• Professionals working with international development organizations

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core principles and concepts of the Human Rights-Based Approach to Development (HRBA).
• Analyze the linkages between human rights and development outcomes.
• Apply HRBA principles to the different stages of the development cycle (assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation).
• Identify rights holders and duty bearers in specific development contexts.
• Develop strategies for promoting participation, accountability, and non-discrimination in development programs.
• Integrate human rights standards and principles into development policies and strategies.
• Utilize HRBA tools and methodologies for effective development programming.
• Advocate for the application of the HRBA in their respective fields of work.

COURSE MODULES

Module 1: Introduction to the Human Rights-Based Approach to Development:

• Defining the Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) and its key principles.
• Understanding the evolution of development thinking and the emergence of the HRBA.
• Exploring the linkages between human rights and development.
• Examining the benefits of applying the HRBA to development practice.
• Differentiating the HRBA from other development approaches.

Module 2: Core Principles of the Human Rights-Based Approach:

• In-depth exploration of the principles of universality and inalienability of human rights.
• Understanding the principle of non-discrimination and equality.
• Analyzing the principle of participation and inclusion.
• Examining the principle of accountability and the rule of law.
• Applying these core principles to development contexts.

Module 3: Human Rights Frameworks and Development:

• Overview of key international human rights treaties and conventions.
• Understanding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through a human rights lens.
• Exploring national human rights frameworks and their relevance to development.
• Analyzing the role of different human rights mechanisms in development.
• Integrating human rights standards into development policies and strategies.

Module 4: Identifying Rights Holders and Duty Bearers:

• Understanding the concept of rights holders and their entitlements.
• Identifying duty bearers at different levels (state, non-state actors).
• Analyzing the obligations of duty bearers to respect, protect, and fulfill human rights.
• Exploring the relationships and interactions between rights holders and duty bearers in development contexts.
• Applying rights holder and duty bearer analysis to specific development challenges.

Module 5: Integrating HRBA in the Development Cycle - Assessment and Planning:

• Utilizing HRBA principles in conducting development assessments.
• Identifying human rights issues and gaps in development contexts.
• Formulating development goals and objectives that are aligned with human rights standards.
• Developing participatory planning processes that involve rights holders.
• Ensuring that development plans are non-discriminatory and promote equality.

Module 6: Integrating HRBA in the Development Cycle - Implementation and Monitoring:

• Applying HRBA principles in the implementation of development programs.
• Ensuring that implementation processes are participatory and accountable.
• Establishing mechanisms for rights holders to claim their rights and seek redress.
• Developing human rights-based indicators for monitoring development progress.
• Utilizing monitoring data to improve program implementation and outcomes.

Module 7: HRBA Tools and Methodologies for Development Programming:

• Exploring various HRBA tools, such as rights impact assessments and social audits.
• Applying participatory approaches and community-based monitoring.
• Utilizing gender analysis and other intersectional approaches within the HRBA.
• Developing accountability frameworks and grievance mechanisms.
• Integrating human rights education and awareness into development programs.

Module 8: Advocacy and Mainstreaming the HRBA:

• Developing strategies for advocating for the application of the HRBA.
• Engaging with governments and other stakeholders to promote HRBA.
• Mainstreaming the HRBA within organizations and development sectors.
• Addressing challenges and overcoming resistance to the HRBA.
• Promoting a culture of human rights within development practice.

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com