The Kampala Convention and its Implementation Training Course

The Kampala Convention and its Implementation Training Course

Introduction
The Kampala Convention, formally known as the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons in Africa, represents a landmark legal framework for addressing internal displacement on the continent. The Kampala Convention and its Implementation Training Course is designed to equip policymakers, humanitarian actors, and legal practitioners with practical knowledge and strategic approaches for the effective implementation of the Convention. Participants will explore core principles, legal obligations, and operational frameworks, ensuring that internal displacement challenges are met with sustainable, rights-based solutions. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, learners will gain the skills necessary to transform policy into actionable programs.
With global displacement crises escalating, the need for robust implementation of the Kampala Convention has never been more urgent. This course emphasizes the integration of international law, human rights, and protection standards into national and regional strategies. Participants will acquire evidence-based techniques, engage in scenario analysis, and develop comprehensive intervention plans that enhance resilience and protection for internally displaced populations. The course also addresses contemporary issues such as climate-induced displacement, conflict-related displacement, and post-crisis recovery planning, preparing participants to navigate complex humanitarian landscapes.

Course Objectives

1. Understand the legal framework and key provisions of the Kampala Convention.
2. Analyze national and regional implementation strategies for internally displaced persons.
3. Identify best practices in protection, assistance, and durable solutions for IDPs.
4. Strengthen institutional mechanisms for monitoring and reporting on displacement.
5. Apply international human rights law to displacement challenges.
6. Develop early warning and preparedness strategies for displacement crises.
7. Integrate climate change and disaster risk considerations into displacement responses.
8. Enhance coordination between government, civil society, and humanitarian actors.
9. Utilize data-driven approaches for displacement tracking and decision-making.
10. Design community-based protection and reintegration programs for IDPs.
11. Evaluate policy effectiveness using case studies and evidence-based assessments.
12. Build capacity for advocacy, resource mobilization, and stakeholder engagement.
13. Promote regional cooperation and knowledge sharing on displacement management.

Organizational Benefits

• Improved compliance with international and regional legal frameworks.
• Strengthened institutional capacity for displacement management.
• Enhanced protection mechanisms for internally displaced persons.
• Streamlined coordination between stakeholders in humanitarian response.
• Evidence-based decision-making for policy and operational planning.
• Increased organizational credibility and alignment with AU standards.
• Improved community engagement and beneficiary participation.
• Access to practical tools for monitoring and evaluation of programs.
• Enhanced resilience and preparedness for displacement crises.
• Strategic insights for long-term sustainable interventions.

Target Audiences

1. Government policymakers and regulators.
2. Humanitarian and development practitioners.
3. Legal and human rights professionals.
4. Civil society organizations and NGOs.
5. Regional and international agencies.
6. Academia and research institutions.
7. Disaster management and emergency response teams.
8. Community leaders and advocacy groups.

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Overview of the Kampala Convention

• Historical context and adoption process of the Convention.
• Core principles and guiding frameworks.
• Legal obligations of member states.
• Linkages with international human rights law.
• Key challenges in operationalization.
• Case study: Successful national implementation in Uganda.

Module 2: Legal and Policy Frameworks

• National legislation aligning with the Convention.
• Policy gaps and reform strategies.
• Role of government institutions in enforcement.
• Regional legal instruments and synergies.
• Practical exercises on drafting policy briefs.
• Case study: Policy harmonization in Kenya.

Module 3: Protection and Assistance for IDPs

• Identification of vulnerable populations.
• Humanitarian standards and minimum obligations.
• Access to health, education, and livelihoods.
• Gender-sensitive approaches to protection.
• Community-based protection strategies.
• Case study: Protection programming in South Sudan.

Module 4: Early Warning and Preparedness

• Disaster risk assessment techniques.
• Early warning systems design.
• Integration with national disaster frameworks.
• Coordination with local communities.
• Scenario planning and simulation exercises.
• Case study: Early warning system in Ethiopia.

Module 5: Durable Solutions and Reintegration

• Voluntary return, local integration, and resettlement.
• Socioeconomic reintegration planning.
• Addressing psychosocial and trauma needs.
• Stakeholder engagement in durable solutions.
• Monitoring and evaluation of reintegration programs.
• Case study: Reintegration strategies in Somalia.

Module 6: Climate-Induced and Disaster Displacement

• Understanding environmental displacement drivers.
• Climate resilience and adaptation strategies.
• Disaster risk reduction policies.
• Community-based disaster response.
• Coordination with climate and disaster agencies.
• Case study: Cyclone displacement response in Mozambique.

Module 7: Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Multi-level coordination mechanisms.
• Roles of government, civil society, and international agencies.
• Resource mobilization and partnership strategies.
• Conflict-sensitive approaches to coordination.
• Communication and advocacy strategies.
• Case study: Multi-stakeholder coordination in Liberia.

Module 8: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Tools for tracking displacement data.
• Indicators and benchmarks for program effectiveness.
• Reporting to AU and other regional bodies.
• Feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.
• Use of technology in data collection and analysis.
• Case study: Displacement monitoring system in Rwanda.

Training Methodology

• Interactive lectures with practical demonstrations.
• Group discussions and scenario-based exercises.
• Case studies analysis and real-life applications.
• Role plays and stakeholder simulations.
• Field visits or virtual site assessments.
• Continuous evaluation through quizzes and assignments.
• Expert facilitation and mentorship sessions.
• Peer-to-peer learning and collaborative problem-solving.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@datastatresearch.org or call +254724527104 

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

 We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to DATASTAT CONSULTANCY LTD account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.