Training on Gender Analysis
Master Gender Analysis and promote gender equality. Learn to identify gender disparities, assess the impact of interventions on different genders, and design gender-responsive programs.
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
The Gender Analysis course aims to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to systematically examine and understand the differences in conditions, needs, participation rates, access to resources, and development outcomes for women and men. It focuses on integrating gender considerations into policies, programs, and projects to promote gender equality and empower all genders. By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of gender analysis and be equipped with practical tools and strategies to promote gender equality in their respective fields.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Development Practitioners working in NGOs, international organizations, and government agencies.
- Policy Makers involved in formulating gender-sensitive policies.
- Project Managers seeking to incorporate gender perspectives in their projects.
- Researchers and Academics interested in gender studies.
- Social Workers and Community Leaders aiming to promote gender equality in their communities.
- Students and Graduates looking to specialize in gender analysis and development.
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand key gender concepts and gender analysis tools
- Understand the different gender analysis frameworks and their application
- Understand the role of gender analysis in mainstreaming gender
- Choose an appropriate gender analysis framework
- Conduct a gender analysis assessment
- Integrate gender into strategic and operational planning to stakeholders.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Gender and Development
- Key concepts and definitions
- Historical context and evolution of gender studies
- Understanding gender roles, norms, and stereotypes
- Case Study:How traditional gender roles impacted women’s participation in a rural development project.
- Practical Exercise:Identify gender norms affecting participation in a sample community.
Module 2: Frameworks for Gender Analysis
- Gender Analysis Matrix (GAM)
- Harvard Analytical Framework
- Moser Gender Planning Framework
- Social Relations Approach
- Case Study:Using the Harvard Framework to assess resource access in an agricultural project.
- Practical Exercise:Apply one gender analysis framework to a provided scenario.
Module 3: Conducting Gender Analysis
- Collecting and analyzing sex- and gender-disaggregated data
- Identifying gender gaps, inequalities, and barriers
- Tools and techniques for gender analysis
- Case Study:How gender-disaggregated data revealed service gaps in a health program.
- Practical Exercise:List three gender gaps based on a sample dataset.
Module 4: Gender Mainstreaming in Policies and Programs
- Concepts and principles of gender mainstreaming
- Steps and processes for mainstreaming gender
- Designing gender-sensitive programs and projects
- Integrating gender in policy formulation
- Gender-responsive budgeting
- Case Study:A successful gender-mainstreamed education program and its outcomes.
- Practical Exercise:Develop a one-line gender mainstreaming entry point for a sample project.
Module 5: Gender-Based Violence & Monitoring Gender Interventions
- Understanding GBV and its socio-economic impact
- GBV prevention and response strategies
- Legal and policy frameworks addressing GBV
- Developing gender-sensitive indicators
- Monitoring gender impacts and evaluating gender outcomes
- Case Study:How a GBV response program improved survivor support services.
- Practical Exercise:Create one gender-sensitive indicator for a project of your choice.
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Enhances the design and implementation of gender-responsive programs and policies
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Improves organizational credibility and alignment with equality and inclusion goals
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Supports equitable resource allocation and development outcomes
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Fosters a more inclusive workplace and program culture
Personal Impact
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Builds expertise in gender analysis methodologies and tools
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Strengthens ability to design, implement, and evaluate gender-sensitive programs
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Supports career advancement in development, policy, or research roles
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Provides confidence to advocate for and implement gender equality initiatives
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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