NOHA Training on Humanitarian Negotiation for Protection
About this opportunity
Training on humanitarian negotiation strategies to reduce violence, prevent displacement, and improve civilian safety in conflict zones. Focuses on tools for engaging armed groups, communities, and ensuring safe aid delivery.
The NOHA Training on Humanitarian Negotiation for Protection is a specialized training program designed for humanitarian aid workers, frontline staff, and peacemakers operating in conflict and humanitarian settings. This course focuses on equipping participants with practical skills to conduct negotiations aimed at reducing violence against civilians, preventing forced displacements, and improving access to aid in high-risk areas. It covers strategies for engaging armed groups, state actors, and communities while promoting respect for rights and international humanitarian laws. The training also addresses protection mainstreaming, community engagement, and accountability processes. Held in Nairobi, Kenya, it is part of a broader consortium led by Nonviolent Peaceforce and supported by the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
What it offers
The training provides practical knowledge, tools, and experiential learning through peer-based approaches. Participants will explore negotiation techniques to:
- Engage armed actors and communities on protection threats.
- Prevent forced displacement and facilitate voluntary returns.
- Improve humanitarian access and aid delivery in hard-to-reach areas.
- Strengthen respect for affected populations’ rights and laws.
The curriculum also includes methods for protection mainstreaming, community-based participation, communication with beneficiaries, and accountability processes under the "Do No Harm" principle.
Who can apply
The training is open to humanitarian aid workers, frontline staff, and peacemakers working in conflict and humanitarian contexts. Participation is likely intended for professionals actively involved in protection efforts, programming, and community engagement.
How to apply
The application details are not explicitly provided in the source. However, the training is scheduled to close on January 8, 2027, in Nairobi, Kenya.
Good to know
This training is part of a consortium led by NOHA Network on Humanitarian Action, supported by the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is hosted by the Network on Humanitarian Action (NOHA) and aligns with broader humanitarian policy and protection strategies.
Key details
KenyaWhat you get
- Practical knowledge and tools for humanitarian negotiations focused on protection and reducing violence against civilians.
- Experiential and peer-learning-based training focused on negotiation strategies.
- Skills in engaging armed actors, communities, and state actors to improve access and safety.
- Training on protection mainstreaming, community engagement, and accountability processes.
How to apply
- Apply through the NOHA Network on Humanitarian Action (details not specified in source).
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