Course Information

Introduction

Community engagement determines whether projects are understood, accepted, and sustained. This course teaches practical methods to plan, run, and evaluate engagement that reaches diverse groups. Participants practice tools for outreach design, meeting facilitation, and measuring participation. Clearer engagement reduces delays, builds trust, and leads to better decisions.

Objectives

Design community engagement strategies that encourage meaningful participation and strengthen trust among stakeholders.
Identify and engage diverse community groups using inclusive outreach methods and appropriate communication channels.
Plan and facilitate community meetings, consultations, and participatory activities that encourage constructive dialogue and shared decision-making.
Measure participation levels, analyse community feedback, and evaluate the effectiveness of engagement activities using practical monitoring tools.
Develop sustainable community engagement plans that improve collaboration, increase project ownership, and support long-term programme success.

Who Should Attend?

Community engagement officers and community development practitioners.
NGO programme and project managers responsible for stakeholder engagement.
Outreach, communications, and public participation officers.
Local government officials and community relations coordinators.
Civil society leaders, volunteers, and field staff working directly with communities.

Training Method

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Post-assessment
If Applicable:
• Each participant receives a 7” Tablet containing a copy of the presentation, slides and handouts

Program Support

This program is supported by:
* Interactive discussions
* Role-play
* Case studies and highlight the techniques available to the participants.

Daily Agenda

Daily Schedule (Monday to Friday)
- 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM Technical Session 1
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Technical Session 2
- 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Technical Session 3
- 01:00 PM – 02:00 PM Lunch Break (If Applicable)
- Participants are expected to engage in guided self-study, reading, or personal reflection on the day’s content. This contributes toward the CPD accreditation and deepens conceptual understanding.
- 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM Self-Study & Reflection

Please Note:
- All training sessions are conducted from Monday to Friday, following the standard working week observed in the United Kingdom and European Union. Saturday and Sunday are official weekends and are not counted as part of the course duration.
- Coffee and refreshments are available on a floating basis throughout the morning. Participants may help themselves at their convenience to ensure an uninterrupted learning experience Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.
- Lunch Provided if applicable and subject to course delivery arrangements.