COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 09 – 20 Mar 2026 | 01 – 12 June 2026 | 31 Aug – 11 Sep 2026 | 15 – 26 Dec 2026

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

The CPM Participatory Rural Development (PRD) training is a two-week practical and interactive course designed to strengthen participants’ knowledge, skills, and competencies in facilitating rural development processes through meaningful participation of local communities.

The course introduces participants to the principles, concepts, approaches, and tools of participatory rural development, with emphasis on community empowerment, inclusion, local knowledge, stakeholder engagement, participatory planning, resource mobilization, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

Participants will explore how rural communities can actively identify their own needs and priorities, analyze local challenges and opportunities, develop appropriate interventions, and participate in decision-making and management of development initiatives. The training combines classroom presentations, group discussions, case studies, practical exercises, role plays, field-based learning, and participatory planning exercises.

By the end of the training, participants will be able to apply participatory approaches and tools in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating rural development programmes and projects.

TARGET GROUP

The training is intended for professionals and practitioners involved in rural development and community-based development, including:

• Government officers working in rural development, agriculture, livestock, water, environment, and local government.
• Development practitioners and NGO/CSO staff.
• Community development workers and extension officers.
• Project and programme managers and coordinators.
• Social workers and community facilitators.
• Staff of development agencies and donor-funded programmes.
• Researchers, trainers, and consultants working on rural development.
• Leaders and representatives of community-based organizations and farmer organizations.
• Local government officials and community representatives.
• Other professionals interested in participatory approaches to rural development.

  COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1: Introduction to Participatory Rural Development

• Module 2: Understanding Rural Communities

• Module 3: Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA)

• Module 4: Participatory Problem and Needs Analysis

• Module 5: Facilitation, Communication and Community Mobilisation

• Module 6: Inclusion, Gender and Social Equity

• Module 7: Participatory Planning and Project Design

• Module 8: Community-Based Implementation and Resource Mobilisation

• Module 9: Participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

• Module 10: Field Practicum, Presentation and Course Evaluation

   

REGISTRATION

 To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
   We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 02 – 13 Feb 2026 | 04 – 15 May 2026 | 03 – 14 Aug 2026 | 02 – 13 Nov 2026

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

This CPM two-week training course equips participants with the knowledge, practical skills, and tools required to facilitate participatory community development and empowerment processes. The course emphasizes approaches that enable communities to identify their own needs and priorities, mobilize local resources, participate in decision-making, and take collective action to address development challenges.

The training combines theory, practical exercises, case studies, group work, role plays, community-based analysis, and reflective learning. Participants will explore principles of participation, community entry and engagement, power and stakeholder analysis, participatory needs assessment, community mobilization, leadership, inclusion, conflict management, advocacy, resource mobilization, and sustainable community-led development.

By the end of the training, participants will be able to apply participatory approaches in designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating community development initiatives while promoting ownership, inclusion, accountability, resilience, and sustainability.

TARGET GROUP

The training is designed for:

• Community development officers and practitioners
• NGO and CSO programme staff
• Community-based organization (CBO) staff and volunteers
• Local government officers and extension workers
• Social workers and community facilitators
• Project managers and field officers
• Community leaders and representatives
• Youth and women's group leaders
• Faith-based and grassroots organization representatives
• Development partners and programme coordinators
• Trainers and facilitators involved in community development
• Individuals seeking practical skills in participatory development and community empowerment

  COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1: Foundations of Participatory Community Development

• Module 2: Community Empowerment

• Module 3: Community Entry and Facilitation

• Module 4: Participatory Assessment Tools

• Module 5: Stakeholder and Power Analysis

• Module 6: Community Mobilization and Leadership

• Module 7: Inclusion, Gender and Social Equity

• Module 8: Participatory Planning and Action

• Module 9: Advocacy and Resource Mobilization

• Module 10: Participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning

   

REGISTRATION

 To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
   We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 19 – 30 Jan 2026 | 13 – 24 Apr 2026 | 13 – 24 Jul 2026 | 12 – 23 Oct 2026

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

This CPM two-week practical training course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools required to effectively monitor and evaluate community development projects. The course introduces the principles, concepts, processes, and methods of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), with particular emphasis on their application throughout the project cycle.

Participants will learn how to develop results frameworks and theories of change, formulate appropriate indicators, establish baselines and targets, design data collection systems, collect and analyse quantitative and qualitative data, assess project performance, and prepare M&E reports. The course also addresses participatory M&E approaches that promote community involvement, accountability, learning, and sustainability.

Through presentations, case studies, group exercises, practical assignments, discussions, simulations, and field-based exercises, participants will develop an integrated M&E framework for a community development project.

TARGET GROUP

The training is intended for:

• Project and programme managers working in community development.
• Monitoring and Evaluation officers and coordinators.
• Community development practitioners and extension officers.
• Project officers and field officers working with NGOs and civil society organisations.
• Government officials involved in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of development programmes.
• Staff of donor-funded and community-based organisations.
• Local government and development planning officers.
• Researchers and consultants involved in development projects.
• Community leaders and representatives involved in participatory development initiatives.
• Professionals who wish to strengthen their practical M&E skills.

  COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1: Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation

• Module 2: Project Planning, Results Chains and Theory of Change

• Module 3: Logical Framework and Indicator Development

• Module 4: Baselines, Targets and M&E Planning

• Module 5: Data Collection Methods and Tools

• Module 6: Sampling, Data Quality and Data Management

• Module 7: Data Analysis and Interpretation

• Module 8: Evaluation Methods and Approaches

• Module 9: M&E Reporting, Communication and Learning

• Module 10: Integrated Practical Exercise and Course Assessment

   

REGISTRATION

 To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
   We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.

COURSE INFORMATION

Scheduled Dates: 09 – 20 Mar 2026 | 08 – 19 Jun 2026 | 14 – 25 Sep 2026 | 07 – 18 Dec 2026

Duration: 2 Weeks

Customized dates and one-on-one sessions can be organized.

PREAMBLE

This CPM two-week intensive training on Environmental Sustainability and Community Development is designed to equip participants with practical knowledge, skills, and tools for promoting sustainable environmental management and inclusive community development. The course explores the relationship between environmental protection, social well-being, economic development, and community participation.

Participants will examine key environmental sustainability principles, climate change, natural resource management, sustainable livelihoods, waste management, environmental governance, and community-based approaches to development. The training also focuses on practical strategies for engaging communities, designing sustainable development initiatives, managing environmental and social impacts, and monitoring development outcomes.

The programme combines theoretical concepts with practical case studies, group discussions, exercises, and real-world examples to enable participants to apply the knowledge gained within their organizations and communities.

TARGET GROUP

The training is suitable for:

• Community development officers and practitioners
• Environmental officers and sustainability professionals
• Government and local authority officials
• NGO and civil society organization staff
• Development practitioners and project managers
• Project and programme officers
• Social development specialists
• Environmental and social safeguards officers
• Corporate sustainability and CSR professionals
• Community leaders and representatives
• Staff working in donor-funded development projects
• Professionals involved in climate change and natural resource management
• Researchers, consultants, and development partners

 COURSE OUTLINE

• Module 1: Introduction to Environmental Sustainability and Community Development

• Module 2: Environmental Challenges and Sustainable Development

• Module 3: Climate Change and Community Resilience

• Module 4: Sustainable Natural Resource Management

• Module 5: Community Development Approaches and Principles

• Module 6: Community Needs Assessment and Development Planning

• Module 7: Sustainable Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment

• Module 8: Waste Management and Resource Efficiency

• Module 9: Environmental and Social Safeguards

• Module 10: Stakeholder Engagement and Community Participation

• Module 11: Designing Sustainable Community Development Projects

• Module 12: Monitoring, Evaluation and Sustainability

   

REGISTRATION

 To register, kindly fill the Seminar Registration Form and send it to us through:

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PAYMENT

1. Fees Payment - All fees are payable strictly in advance 2 working days before the course starting date.
2. Cancellation Fee - Cancellation of any participant 5 working days before the start day of a course will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
   We regret that no cancellations will be accepted within 2 working days of a course, but substitutions may be made.