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The Basic Adolescent Counselling and Mental Health course is designed for the Youth Advisory Research Unit to provide them with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to understand and address the unique mental health challenges faced by adolescents. The course aims to equip the YARU with essential counseling techniques and intervention strategies tailored to the specific needs of adolescents. The YARU will learn to create a safe and supportive environment, develop effective communication skills, and apply appropriate counselling approaches to promote the mental well-being of adolescents.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Adolescent Counselling and Mental Health
- Common Mental Health Issues in Adolescents
- Counselling Skills for Working with Adolescents
- Intervention Strategies for Adolescent Mental Health
Final Assessment:
The final assessment for the Basic Adolescent Counselling and Mental Health course will consist of a practical skills demonstration. Participants will be required to demonstrate their ability to apply counselling techniques and intervention strategies when working with adolescent clients. This assessment will provide an opportunity for participants to showcase their understanding of the course content and their proficiency in working with adolescents in a counselling setting.
Training Format:
- All materials are made available through our online learning platform
- Final evaluation examination are taken physically on the last day of the workshop.
- Student should commit approximately 2-3 hours of their time per day for the 3 day course.
Materials Provided
- Online delivery of the curriculum materials exercises and templates
Assignments
- In order to demonstrate their understanding of the course content, students will be required to submit assignments before the specified due date.
The Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse for My Voice and Partners (PSEA-My Voice), is a tailor-made course designed for the organization's employees and its partners, to provide them with a comprehensive understanding of the UN Standards of Conduct regarding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. The course aims to equip the personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent and respond effectively to incidents of sexual exploitation and abuse in humanitarian settings, particularly when working with vulnerable young people. In appreciation of the organization’s PSEA Policy, participants will gain insights into their obligations, the consequences of such violations, and the specific responsibilities of the organization’s senior management and offices/departments.
Course Modules
- Introduction
- UN Standards of Conduct of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
- Obligations of Humanitarian Aid Personnel
- Consequences of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
- Responsibilities of My Voice in Zimbabwe Heads of Office
- Our response and action toward SEA to Vulnerable Young People
Final Assessment:
- Evaluation of participants' understanding and application of PSEA principles.
- Assessment may include multiple-choice questions, case studies, and practical scenarios.
- Successful completion of the assessment is required to obtain certification.
The PSEA course is delivered through a combination of interactive lectures, multimedia presentations, case studies, group discussions, and practical exercises. Participants are encouraged to actively engage in the learning process, share experiences, and ask questions. The training may be conducted through online platforms only.
Materials Provided:
Participants will receive comprehensive course materials, including handouts, reference documents, and additional resources to support their learning. These materials will serve as a reference guide even after the completion of the course.
This course is designed specifically for Advanced HIV Prevention Technology, Maximizing PrEP in Adolescent and Young People project.
Course Modules:
module 2: Long-Acting Injectable Cabotegravir: Principles and Applications
Module 3: ***l Dapivirine Ring: An Introduction
Module 4: Oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis: An Introduction
Training Format:
- All materials are made available through this online learning platform,
- students should commit to approximately 2 hours of their time per day.
Materials Provided:
Participants will receive comprehensive course materials, including handouts, reference documents, and additional resources to support their learning. These materials will serve as a reference guide even after the completion of the course.
Assignments:
In order to demonstrate their understanding of the course content, students will be required to submit assignments or to take evaluation examinations as per course.
This course provides an overview of mental health from a life course perspective, emphasizing the burden of mental disorder and the determinants of mental health across biological, behavioral, humanistic, cognitive, and social domains. Students will explore the origins and consequences of stigma, as well as cultural differences in the presentation of mental distress. The course will cover various diagnostic and assessment tools, including the DSM-5 and other standardized measures. Students will learn about prevention and promotion options and techniques, as well as treatment options and techniques, including pharmacologic, psychological, and social interventions. The course will also address care integration, including motivation and tools for integrating mental health care within primary care and other settings.
Who can study this course?
- Healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, and other clinical staff who work with individuals with mental health conditions.
- Public health professionals working in government agencies, NGOs, or other organizations focused on mental health promotion, prevention, or treatment.
- Researchers and academics interested in conducting research on mental health management, or in using research to inform policy and practice related to mental health.
- Community leaders, advocates, and activists involved in mental health advocacy or support for individuals with mental health conditions.
- Students and scholars studying psychology, psychiatry, social work, public health, or related fields who are interested in learning about mental health management and strategies for promoting mental health and well-being.
This course was designed for Movement for
Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
Who can study this course?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiaries
The Research and Advocacy course is designed for the Youth Advisory Research Unit to provide them with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct research and engage in effective advocacy initiatives. The course aims to equip the YARU with the fundamental principles of research methodology, data analysis, and advocacy strategies. They will learn how to design and implement research projects, analyze data, and utilize evidence to advocate for meaningful change in various domains. This course emphasizes the practical application of research and advocacy skills to address pressing social issues.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Research
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Advocacy Strategies
- Research-Informed Advocacy
- Monitoring and evaluating the impact of advocacy efforts.
Final Assessment:
The final assessment for the Research and Advocacy course will consist of a practical project. Participants will be required to design and implement a small-scale research project on a selected social issue and develop an advocacy plan based on their research findings. The assessment will evaluate participants' ability to apply research methodologies, analyze data, and effectively communicate their findings to support advocacy efforts. Feedback and guidance will be provided to support participants' ongoing development in research and advocacy skills.
Training Format:
- All materials are made available through our online learning platform
- Student should commit approximately 2-3 hours of their time per day for the 3 day course.
Materials Provided:
- Online delivery of the curriculum materials exercises and templates
Assignments:
- In order to demonstrate their understanding of the course content, students will be required to submit assignments before the specified due date.
The Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, practices, and tools of monitoring and evaluation for development programs. The course is typically targeted at development practitioners, project managers, and professionals working in the non-profit sector who are involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating development projects.
The course covers a range of topics related to M&E, including the purpose and benefits of M&E, designing and implementing M&E systems, developing M&E plans, data collection and analysis, and reporting and using M&E findings. Participants will learn how to develop M&E frameworks, design and conduct evaluations, and use M&E data to improve project performance and achieve better project outcomes.
Who can Study?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiaries.
This course was designed for Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
This course is designed to equip board members and executive directors of NGOs with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage and govern their organizations. Participants will learn about the key principles of NGO management and governance, including strategic planning, financial management, human resource management, board development, and accountability.
Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course can be awarded a certificate of completion to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in NGO management and governance.
Who can Study?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiaries
This course was designed for Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
This programme exposes students to the following issues in project planning and management:
Project Planning and Design;
Financial Management;
Project Management;
Project Monitoring and Evaluation;
Contemporary Issues In Project
Planning; and
Project Paper Writing
Entry Requirements
- Relevant working experience
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiary
This course was designed for Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
This course aims to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, challenges, and advocacy related to access to safe abortion in Zimbabwe. The course will cover various topics, including basic medical terminologies, legal and policy frameworks, post-abortion care, abortion stigma, reproductive governance, and advocacy strategies. By the end of the course, learners will be able to develop evidence-based advocacy messages, appraise the situation with regards to access to safe abortion in Zimbabwe, and identify issues for further investigation and action.
This course is designed to equip learners with a comprehensive understanding of access to safe abortion in Zimbabwe, including the concepts, challenges, and advocacy strategies. By the end of the course, learners will be able to develop evidence-based advocacy messages, appraise the situation with regards to access to safe abortion in Zimbabwe, and identify issues for further investigation and action. The course will contribute to the promotion of safe abortion in Zimbabwe and improve the health and wellbeing of women and girls.
Who can study this course?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiaries
This
course focuses on the advocacy efforts to criminalize revenge porn, also known
as non-consensual pornography, in Zimbabwe. It examines the legal and social
implications of revenge porn in Zimbabwe and explores the strategies for advocating
for the criminalization of this harmful practice in the Zimbabwean context. Students
will also develop practical skills for designing and implementing advocacy
campaigns in Zimbabwe, and will learn how to measure the impact and
sustainability of advocacy efforts in Zimbabwe. The course will also explore
the cultural and gender dimensions of revenge porn in Zimbabwe and strategies
for promoting gender equality and addressing cultural norms that perpetuate
revenge porn in Zimbabwe.
This course was designed for Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
The course "Analysis of Termination of Pregnancy in Zimbabwe in relation to the World Standard of Human Rights" is designed to explore the complex issue of abortion in Zimbabwe through a human rights lens. The course will cover topics such as the legal and policy framework for abortion in Zimbabwe, the social and cultural factors that influence attitudes towards abortion, and the impact of restrictive abortion laws on women's health and rights.
The course will use the World Standard of Human Rights as a framework for analysis, examining how Zimbabwe's laws and policies related to abortion measure up to international human rights standards. Students will learn about human rights principles such as the right to life, the right to health, and the right to equality, and how these principles apply to the issue of abortion.
Through case studies, group discussions, and guest lectures from experts in the field, students will develop a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding abortion in Zimbabwe and the broader implications for human rights. The course will also explore strategies for advocacy and activism to promote the rights of women and girls in relation to reproductive health and rights, including access to safe and legal abortion services.
Who can study this course?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiary
This course was designed for Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project.
The course "Ending Child Marriages" is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the issue of child marriage and strategies for ending this harmful practice. The course will cover topics such as the causes and consequences of child marriage, the legal and policy frameworks for addressing child marriage, and the role of education and community engagement in ending child marriage.
The course will take a human rights-based approach, examining child marriage as a violation of the rights of children and girls. Students will learn about international human rights standards related to child marriage, including the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.
Overall, the course "Ending Child Marriages" will provide students with the knowledge and skills to become effective advocates and activists for ending child marriage, promoting the rights of girls and women, and contributing to the global effort to end this harmful practice.
Who can study this course?
- Movement for Strengthening Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights Activism (MOSA) project beneficiaries
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