Our family advocacy training is designed to equip individuals from diverse geographical, cultural, and academic backgrounds, particularly those working in non-governmental organizations, social services, or policy-making, with the skills and knowledge to advocate for policies that support and strengthen families effectively.
It focuses on understanding policy frameworks, strategic advocacy techniques, and the broader social, economic, and political contexts that impact family policies.
It is therefore a critical tool for anyone working to influence and improve the policy landscape for families. By equipping advocates with the necessary skills and knowledge, these programs help ensure that family policies are effective and equitable, leading to better outcomes for societies across different contexts.
Working Groups for the Second World Summit for Social Development
The project has included internship programmes in New York, Geneva, Brussels and Strasbourg for several years.
The International Advocacy Workshops have been organized since 2012 (see below). These workshops critically assess the field of international human rights and development advocacy, its institutions, strategies and key actors. They explore how domestic, regional, and agendas are set; the ethical and accountability dilemmas that arise, and advocacy concerning a range of actors, including governments, international institutions, and the private sector.
Last International Advocacy Workshop
During the pandemic, the project was enriched with the Looking Ahead Talks, a series of short online informal meetings with energetic young leaders from every corner of the globe. Their different backgrounds and experiences are inspirational for university students and young professionals. Also, their careers help them to be sensitive to family challenges and advocacy.
