Training on Ethical Issues, Gender & Inclusion in Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
Learn to integrate ethics, gender, and inclusion in M&E for credible, fair, and socially responsible program evaluations.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to address ethical issues, gender, and inclusion in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). It explores how to ensure fairness, equity, and accountability in program assessments while respecting human rights, cultural contexts, and data privacy. Participants will gain practical tools to integrate gender-sensitive indicators, inclusive approaches, and ethical principles into M&E systems, ensuring evaluations are credible, respectful, and responsive to diverse stakeholders.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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M&E officers and specialists.
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Program and project managers.
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NGO, donor, and government staff involved in evaluation.
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Gender and inclusion officers.
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Researchers and development practitioners.
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Identify and apply ethical principles in M&E design and implementation.
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Integrate gender equality and social inclusion into M&E frameworks.
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Develop and use gender-sensitive and inclusive indicators.
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Manage ethical dilemmas related to data collection, consent, and reporting.
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Strengthen accountability and inclusivity in evaluation processes.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Ethics in M&E
- Principles and importance of ethics in Monitoring and Evaluation
- Data privacy, informed consent, and confidentiality
- Managing conflicts of interest and evaluator bias
- Case Study: Ethical challenges in development project evaluations
- Practical: Identify ethical risks in an M&E scenario
Module 2: Gender and Inclusion in M&E
- Understanding gender equality and social inclusion concepts
- Designing gender sensitive indicators and frameworks
- Integrating inclusion into project monitoring and evaluation systems
- Case Study: Gender responsive M&E in community development programs
- Practical: Develop gender sensitive indicators for a project
Module 3: Ethical Data Collection and Management
- Working with vulnerable and marginalized populations
- Cultural sensitivity and respect for local contexts
- Fairness in sampling, representation, and participation
- Case Study: Ethical data collection challenges in field research
- Practical: Design an ethical and inclusive data collection plan
Module 4: Integrating Ethics and Inclusion into M&E Systems
- Mainstreaming gender and inclusion in results frameworks
- Ethical reporting and communication of sensitive findings
- Tools and approaches for integrating inclusion into digital M&E systems
- Case Study: Inclusive M&E systems in international development programs
- Practical: Review and improve an M&E framework for inclusiveness
Module 5: Practical Applications and Case Studies
- Real world examples of ethical and gender sensitive evaluations
- Group exercises on inclusive M&E design and implementation
- Lessons learned and global best practices in ethical M&E
- Case Study: Successful inclusive evaluation practices across sectors
- Practical: Develop an ethical and inclusive M&E action plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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More credible and ethical M&E practices.
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Programs that reflect gender equality and inclusivity.
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Improved donor confidence through accountable systems.
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Stronger alignment with global standards on equity and ethics.
Personal Impact
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Skills to apply ethical guidelines in M&E practice.
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Ability to design and apply gender-sensitive indicators.
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Increased confidence in handling vulnerable populations respectfully.
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Enhanced capacity to conduct inclusive and culturally sensitive evaluations.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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