Social Protection And Peacebuilding In Fragile Contexts Training Course

Introduction

In regions grappling with conflict, violence, and instability, the strategic integration of Social Protection and Peacebuilding offers a transformative pathway towards resilience, social cohesion, and sustainable peace. This essential training course is meticulously designed to equip humanitarian actors, peacebuilders, social protection practitioners, government officials, and development professionals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills required to understand and implement the role of social protection in conflict-affected areas. Participants will gain a robust understanding of conflict sensitivity, shock-responsive social protection, gender-transformative approaches, reconciliation, and integrated programming, enabling them to design interventions that not only address immediate needs but also contribute to long-term stability. Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes hands-on application, best practices, and real-world case studies pertinent to fragile and conflict-affected contexts in Nairobi, Kenya, and the wider East African region, empowering you to build peace through social welfare.

This conflict-sensitive social protection course is crucial for individuals and organizations in Kenya and across Africa striving to strengthen their capacity to operate effectively in challenging environments, prevent relapse into violence, and foster inclusive development in post-conflict settings. Mastering social safety nets in emergencies, implementing disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) support through social protection, and understanding synergies between humanitarian aid and peacebuilding are indispensable for addressing the root causes of fragility, building trust, and promoting social cohesion. This program offers an unparalleled opportunity to elevate your expertise in social protection in fragile and conflict-affected situations (FCAS) and peace-responsive programming, positioning your organization at the forefront of integrated humanitarian, development, and peace (HDP) efforts and driving significant human development across the region.

Target Audience

• Humanitarian Aid Workers & Coordinators
• Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution Specialists
• Social Protection Policy Makers
• Government Officials in FCAS
• UN Agency Personnel (UNHCR, WFP, UNDP, UNICEF)
• NGO Field Staff in Conflict Zones
• Researchers in Peace & Conflict Studies

Course Objectives

• Understand the complex interlinkages between conflict, fragility, and social protection.
• Learn about the unique vulnerabilities of populations in conflict-affected areas.
• Master principles of conflict sensitivity and "do no harm" in social protection programming.
• Develop proficiency in designing shock-responsive social protection for conflict-induced displacement.
• Explore strategies for linking social protection with peacebuilding initiatives and reconciliation.
• Understand the role of social protection in supporting disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR).
• Learn about gender-transformative approaches to social protection in fragile contexts.
• Identify data collection and monitoring challenges and strategies in insecure environments.
• Develop effective multi-sectoral coordination mechanisms in complex emergencies and post-conflict settings.
• Explore financing mechanisms for social protection in fragile contexts and peace dividends.
• Understand the importance of social cohesion and trust-building through social protection.
• Drive the implementation of social protection programs that contribute to sustainable peace.
• Position yourself as a key actor in building resilience and fostering peace in fragile contexts.

Duration

5 Days

Course Content

Understanding Fragility, Conflict, and Social Protection module

• Defining fragility, conflict, and violence (FCV)
• The impact of conflict on poverty, inequality, and social cohesion
• How conflict exacerbates vulnerabilities and undermines social protection systems
• The potential of social protection to mitigate conflict drivers and build peace
• Key social protection challenges in conflict-affected areas (e.g., access, data, security)

Conflict Sensitivity and "Do No Harm" module

• Principles of conflict sensitivity and the "do no harm" framework
• Integrating conflict analysis into social protection program design and implementation
• Identifying how social protection programs can inadvertently exacerbate tensions
• Strategies for adapting program delivery to avoid fueling conflict
• Ensuring equitable access to benefits to prevent grievances

Shock-Responsive Social Protection in Conflict module

• Designing social protection programs for populations affected by armed conflict
• Adapting to conflict-induced displacement and internal displacement (IDPs)
• Delivering rapid humanitarian cash transfers in insecure environments
• Leveraging mobile and digital payments in conflict zones
• Addressing protection risks in humanitarian social protection

Social Protection and Peacebuilding Linkages module

• How social protection can contribute to peace dividends
• Supporting reconciliation and social cohesion through inclusive programs
• Providing safety nets to ex-combatants and conflict-affected youth
• Linking social protection to peace education and community dialogue initiatives
• Building trust between communities and state actors through reliable social services

Social Protection for Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) module

• The role of social protection in supporting the DDR process for ex-combatants
• Providing transitional assistance, livelihoods support, and skills training for reintegration
• Addressing the needs of female ex-combatants and child soldiers
• Preventing re-recruitment through sustainable social and economic integration
• Case studies of social protection in DDR programs

Gender-Transformative Approaches & Protection in Conflict module

• Understanding gender-specific vulnerabilities in conflict and displacement
• Designing gender-sensitive social protection programs in fragile contexts
• Addressing gender-based violence (GBV) risks and providing referral pathways
• Empowering women and girls through social protection in conflict settings
• The importance of a protection lens in all social protection interventions

Governance, Coordination & Future Directions module

• Strengthening national and local governance in fragile contexts for social protection delivery
• Multi-sectoral coordination in complex emergencies and post-conflict recovery
• Data collection and monitoring in insecure environments (e.g., remote monitoring, third-party verification)
• Financing social protection in FCAS and leveraging peacebuilding funds
• The humanitarian-development-peace (HDP) nexus in social protection programming

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre.

We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.