Introduction

This training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, explores the dynamic relationship between sustainable development and population trends. As population growth, urbanization, migration, and aging demographics reshape our world, it is essential to align policy and planning strategies with sustainable development goals (SDGs). The course provides participants with comprehensive insights into how demographic changes influence economic, social, and environmental dimensions, and how governments, institutions, and communities can respond effectively.

Through a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical case studies, this program empowers professionals with the tools to evaluate current population trends, anticipate future challenges, and integrate sustainable development principles into planning and policy frameworks.

Training Objectives

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

• Understand the core concepts of sustainable development and global population dynamics.

• Analyze the impact of demographic trends on economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity.

• Evaluate the interlinkages between population policies and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• Identify strategies to manage urbanization, migration, and aging populations sustainably.

• Develop policy recommendations and action plans to address population challenges in various contexts.

Organizational Impact

Organizations participating in this training can expect:

• Enhanced strategic planning capabilities that account for demographic trends.

• Improved policy recommendations aligned with national and international sustainability agendas.

• Greater capacity to engage in long-term development planning with environmental, social, and economic balance.

• Empowered staff with a cross-sectoral understanding of sustainable population management.

• Strengthened decision-making and foresight in governmental and non-governmental development programs.

Target Audience

This program is ideal for:

• Government policymakers and planners

• Development professionals and researchers

• Environmental and urban sustainability officers

• NGO and civil society leaders

• Demographers and social scientists

• Professionals in health, education, and housing sectors

• Academics and students in sustainability and development studies

Outlines

Day 1: Foundations of Sustainable Development and Population Dynamics

• Introduction to Sustainable Development: History and Principles

• Overview of Global Population Trends: Growth, Decline, and Distribution

• The Interconnection Between Population and the Environment

• The Role of Demographics in Achieving the SDGs

• Case Study: Population Pressure and Natural Resource Management

Day 2: Urbanization, Migration, and Development Challenges

• Urban Growth and Sustainable City Planning

• Internal and International Migration: Causes and Impacts

• Managing Urban Sprawl and Infrastructure Needs

• Migrant Inclusion and Social Integration Policies

• Workshop: Designing a Migration-Sensitive Urban Strategy

Day 3: Population Health, Education, and Gender Dimensions

• Reproductive Health, Family Planning, and Maternal Care

• Gender Equality in Sustainable Development

• Population Aging and Its Socioeconomic Impacts

• The Demographic Dividend: Youth and Employment

• Group Discussion: Integrating Gender and Health in Population Policies

Day 4: Policy and Strategic Planning for Population Sustainability

• National Population Policies: Frameworks and Best Practices

• Monitoring and Forecasting Population Trends

• Climate Change and Demographic Vulnerabilities

• Tools and Indicators for Population & Development Integration

• Simulation Exercise: Drafting a Population and Sustainability Action Plan

Day 5: Global Case Studies and Action Planning

• Successful International Experiences in Population Management

• Regional Focus: Population Issues in Developing vs. Developed Countries

• Group Presentations: Country or Region-Based Analysis

• Final Panel: Strategies for Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration