Women Now for Development invites proposals from experienced and qualified training providers to facilitate a three-day Advocacy Training program during December, for 22 women in Bekaa, Lebanon.

Women Now for Development invites proposals from experienced and qualified training providers to facilitate a three-day Advocacy Training program during December, for 22 women in Bekaa, Lebanon. The goal is to empower women with the necessary skills to become effective advocates for their communities. The training is expected to be intensive, with each day consisting of 6 hours of instruction, including two breaks.

Objective:

The primary objective of this advocacy training initiative is to equip women in Bekaa area with practical skills and knowledge essential for effective advocacy. The training should focus on building capabilities and enhancing participants' understanding of advocacy strategies and techniques.

Training Content:

The proposed training program should cover the following key areas:

Introduction to Advocacy:

Definition and importance of advocacy

Understanding the advocacy process

Communication Skills:

Effective verbal and written communication

Public speaking and messaging

Policy Analysis:

Basics of policy analysis

Identifying key issues and opportunities for advocacy

Stakeholder Engagement:

Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders

Collaborative advocacy approaches

Media Engagement:

Utilizing media for advocacy

Crafting and delivering effective messages to the media

Practical Exercises and Case Studies:

Hands-on activities and case studies to apply learned skills

Group discussions and role-playing scenarios

Training Logistics:

Duration: Three days

Daily Hours: 6 hours (including two breaks)

Location: Chtoura, Bekaa, Lebanon

Language: The training will be conducted in Arabic.

Expected Outputs:

Upon completion of the advocacy training, participants are expected to demonstrate the following outputs:

• Participants should have a heightened understanding of effective advocacy strategies and techniques.
• Improved communication skills, including the ability to articulate messages clearly and persuasively.
• Participants should be able to analyze policies and identify opportunities for advocacy.
• Participants should demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Increased proficiency in engaging with the media and delivering impactful messages.
• Participants should be able to apply their learning through practical exercises and case studies.