Training May Not Be the Answer

Don’t rush into a training plan before considering what other forms of capacity building might be useful. A combination of methods, such as workshops, on-the-job…

Build a Community to Sustain the Response

The capacity building response will have a greater impact and be more sustainable with support from a broader network. Seek buy-in from influential partners, agency…

Keep Going with Co-Design

Collaboration does not stop after the assessment – users are essential to planning the response. Engage decision-makers, technical staff, and other key partners early in…

Tailor the Response to Real Life

Offer practical, hands-on capacity building using the same data and tools participants will use in their work. Prepare well by ensuring the data and tools…