Introduction:

In the context of global social transformations, gender and population studies play a crucial role in shaping sustainable development, inclusive policy-making, and effective strategic planning. Understanding the interplay between gender dynamics and population trends is essential for policymakers, development practitioners, and researchers. This training program—designed by Global Horizon Training Center—provides a comprehensive exploration of gender and population studies, focusing on how these fields intersect and influence national and global strategies.

Participants will gain deep insights into key demographic shifts, gender-based disparities, social determinants, and policy implications that shape development outcomes. Through interactive learning, case studies, and expert-led sessions, the program equips professionals with the tools needed to analyze data, formulate inclusive strategies, and advocate for equitable population and gender policies.

Objectives:

By the end of this training program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core concepts of gender and population studies and their interlinkages.

• Analyze the impact of demographic trends on gender equity and social policy.

• Evaluate international frameworks and national strategies addressing gender and population issues.

• Identify and address gender disparities in education, health, labor, and political participation.

• Develop strategic insights for integrating gender and population analysis into policy and planning.

• Utilize data and research methodologies to support evidence-based decision-making.

Organizational Impact:

Organizations that engage in this training will benefit through:

• Enhanced policy capacity to address gender and population issues in national or organizational development strategies.

• Increased effectiveness in program planning, implementation, and evaluation by using gender- and population-sensitive approaches.

• Stronger advocacy and communication strategies around gender equity, reproductive health, and sustainable population planning.

• Improved compliance with international standards and frameworks such as the SDGs, CEDAW, and the ICPD Program of Action.

• Empowered workforce equipped with inclusive, data-driven, and intersectional approaches to development challenges.

Target Audience:

• Government officials and policymakers in social affairs, health, education, and labor ministries

• Professionals from international organizations and NGOs working on gender, health, or development

• Researchers and academics in gender studies, demography, and public policy

• Development program managers and coordinators

• Human rights and advocacy officers

• Urban planners and social scientists

Outlines:

Day 1: Foundations of Gender and Population Studies

• Introduction to gender theory and population dynamics

• Key concepts: gender identity, roles, norms, and intersectionality

• Population trends: fertility, mortality, migration

• Global frameworks: SDGs, CEDAW, ICPD

• Case studies: Gender and demographic change in different regions

Day 2: Demographic Transitions and Gender Inequality

• Stages of demographic transition and implications for development

• Gender disparities in access to education, health, and employment

• Reproductive health and rights: trends and challenges

• Gender-based violence and population health

• Tools for demographic and gender-based analysis

Day 3: Gender and Population Policy Integration

• Policy frameworks addressing gender and population

• Gender mainstreaming strategies in public policy

• National Population Policies: successes and gaps

• Approaches to inclusive and participatory policy-making

• Workshop: Developing a gender-sensitive population strategy

Day 4: Data, Research, and Strategic Planning

• Using sex-disaggregated and population data for decision-making

• Monitoring and evaluation of gender/population programs

• Quantitative and qualitative research methods

• Strategic foresight in population planning

• Case practice: Analyzing gender and population data

Day 5: Advocacy, Implementation, and Global Perspectives

• Advocacy tools for gender and population issues

• Cultural and regional sensitivities in strategy implementation

• Gender-responsive budgeting and resource allocation

• International cooperation and best practices

• Final group presentations: Strategic insights and action plans