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SUMMARY:Training of Trainers Course
DESCRIPTION:How to design training for international programmes\, that is inclusive and culturally and conflict-sensitive? What adult learning methods are most effective? How to engage participants\, support diverse learning styles\, and encourage action-oriented learning? \nLearn more about these questions in our upcoming course on Training of Trainers in The Hague.By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify and analyse the specific learning needs of diverse audiences\nDesign engaging training programmes that balance knowledge transfer\, skill development\, and awareness-raising\nFacilitate action-oriented training sessions by applying interactive and participatory training methods\nDeliver training that is inclusive\, culturally sensitive\, and conflict-sensitive\, especially when addressing sensitive or complex topics\nEvaluate training impact and effectiveness to continuously improve training approaches and outcomes\n\nInterested? Find more information about the content\, application process and group discounts on our website. \nShould you know other persons in your organisation or network who may be interested in this course\, please feel free to forward this email. \nFor general inquiries\, please contact info@thehagueacademy.com or call +(31) 70 37 38 695
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/training-of-trainers-course/
LOCATION:The Hague Academy for Local Governance\, Nassaulaan 12\, The Hague\, 2500 GK\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Local Democracy Thematic Working Group Meeting – May 2026
DESCRIPTION:LPSA’s Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy\, Inclusive Governance and Community-led Development aims to bring together government officials\, policy practitioners\, scholars\, civil society organizations\, and citizens who share an interest and expertise in local democracy\, inclusive governance\, and community-led development. \nDate: 19 May 2026 | 9:00 AM NYC | 2:00 PM UK | 4:00 PM NBO | 8:00 PM BKKDuration: 1.5 hoursHosted by: LPSA Thematic Working Group on Local Democracy & Inclusive Governance and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) \nRegistration for this meeting is required. \nRegister Here!  \n—– \nTopic: The role of youth in multi-level governance: how can we meaningfully engage young people? \nThis panel discussion organized by LPSA and UNDP will explore how young people can be more meaningfully engaged in multi-level governance (MLG) systems\, particularly in the context of growing demands for inclusive\, transparent\, and responsive governance. Bringing together youth leaders\, practitioners\, local governments\, and development partners\, the session will examine challenges\, opportunities\, and practical approaches for strengthening youth participation in governance and decision-making. \nThe event will also highlight the role of local governance and digital innovation in supporting youth engagement\, accountability\, and trust in institutions. Participants will exchange experiences\, good practices\, and actionable recommendations that can help strengthen inclusive governance across different contexts. \nJoin us for this engaging discussion to connect with youth leaders\, practitioners\, and governance experts working to advance inclusive and participatory governance across different contexts. \nReminder: You can join any LPSA Expert Working Group free of cost and receive reminders and updates by opting-in to one or more working groups as part of your LPSA Membership registration.
URL:https://decentralization.net/event/local-democracy-thematic-working-group-meeting-march-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Event (Online)
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