Participants will acquire knowledge about gender analysis and why rights-based approaches are important for development in the Arab region; the impact of changes in the Arab region on women’s rights and gender equality; how to enhance women’s political effectiveness; the role of civil society in holding governments accountable for gender equality commitments; and how marginalized groups can be assisted in claiming citizenship and equal rights.
The course is organized in three modules:
This course is jointly organized by KIT and the Collective for Research and Training on Development Action (CRTD.A) in Lebanon.
Admission criteria
Knowledge of gender and development
concepts and working experience in this area. Experience in the field of human
rights, governance and related areas will also be favourably
considered.
Proficiency in English and/or Arabic and computer skills
are an added advantage. The course is run in English and Arabic.
Application procedure
The application is due two months
before the start of the course. Complete the GCG application form and
send it to CRTD.A :
Email: gcg@crtd.org
Fax: + 961-1-611079 (or
+ 961-1-612924)
A final selection of eligible candidates will be made soon after the submission deadline. Selected candidates will receive an approval letter and a financial statement to be completed by their sponsoring agency.
As soon as CRTD.A receives the completed and signed financial statement, a confirmation of admission will be sent out, followed by additional information related to participation in the course.
Tuition fees
The 2007 tuition fee will be announced soon.
Tuition fees cover training and the costs of the required literature,
stationery, the course reader and a small resources library for participants.
They do not cover accommodations, insurance, meals, entry visa or other
expenses.
Financial assistance
The arrangement of financial support
to cover all study costs is the responsibility of the applicant. KIT does not
offer financial support or fellowships.
Visa requirements
Participants who are not Lebanese
nationals are responsible for obtaining a valid entrance visa to Lebanon.
A single entry visa to Lebanon is issued at the airport for citizens of Western Europe (except the United Kingdom) and North America. For all other nationalities, check with the Lebanese consulate in your country.
A Lebanese visa may take more than 1 week to be issued. Accepted applicants who have submitted a completed and signed financial statement will be issued an invitation letter addressed to the Lebanese Embassy in their countries which will allow them to apply for an entrance visa to Lebanon.
A single entrance visa to Lebanon costs approximately € 40.
Insurance requirements
All course participants and their
accompanying dependents must have health, accident and third party insurance
upon arrival in Lebanon.
Participants must ensure that they have appropriate insurance coverage. Participants using medication must make sure that they bring it in sufficient quantity, accompanied by a doctor’s prescription note.
Additional information
Workshop venue and accommodations
to be announced.
Contact details
CRTD.A training
coordinator
Fax: + 961-1-611079 or + 961-1-612924
Email: gcg@crtd.org