Gender and Economic Empowerment for Inclusive Growth Training Course

Introduction

Economic empowerment of women is a fundamental driver of inclusive growth, social equity, and sustainable development. The Gender and Economic Empowerment for Inclusive Growth Training Course equips participants with strategies, tools, and practical skills to integrate gender perspectives into economic policies, programs, and development initiatives.

The course explores systemic barriers that limit women’s economic participation, including structural inequalities, social norms, and limited access to finance and markets. Participants will analyze these challenges and develop interventions to create equitable economic opportunities.

Participants will gain practical skills in designing and implementing gender-responsive economic programs, leveraging entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and skills development to promote inclusive growth. Emphasis is placed on strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and evidence-based decision-making.

Emerging topics such as digital finance, fintech for inclusion, green economy strategies, and innovative funding models are incorporated. Participants will learn to harness innovative tools to increase women’s participation in the formal economy and value chains.

The course also examines regional and international frameworks, including SDGs, African Union gender policies, and human rights conventions. Participants will understand how to align economic empowerment initiatives with global commitments to gender equality and sustainable development.

By the end of the training, participants will be able to design and implement gender-responsive economic policies, promote inclusive business models, leverage financial and digital tools, influence policy reforms, and contribute to equitable and sustainable economic growth.

Who Should Attend

• Policy makers and government economic planners
• Gender and social inclusion specialists
• Development program managers and coordinators
• Private sector leaders and CSR officers
• NGO and civil society practitioners
• Researchers and academics in economics, gender, and development
• Community development officers
• Financial inclusion and microfinance specialists
• Donor and development program officers
• Trainers and facilitators in economic empowerment and gender programs

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

• Understand the link between gender equality and economic growth
• Design gender-responsive economic policies and programs
• Promote women’s entrepreneurship and business development
• Enhance financial inclusion and access to economic resources
• Integrate digital and innovative tools for economic empowerment
• Advocate for policy reforms to support equitable growth
• Build institutional and community capacity for gender-responsive programs
• Foster multi-stakeholder collaboration for inclusive development
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of gender economic programs
• Develop strategies for sustainable and resilient economic growth

Comprehensive Course Outline

Module 1: Foundations of Gender and Economic Empowerment

• Key concepts and principles
• Gender dynamics in economic participation
• Equity and inclusion in economic growth
• Ethical considerations and social responsibility

Module 2: Policy and Legal Frameworks

• International and regional policies supporting gender equality
• National economic policies and frameworks
• Compliance with human rights and gender standards
• Policy alignment for inclusive growth

Module 3: Women’s Entrepreneurship and Business Development

• Identifying market opportunities
• Business planning and management skills
• Access to finance and investment
• Scaling and sustaining enterprises

Module 4: Financial Inclusion and Access to Credit

• Gender-sensitive financial services
• Microfinance and cooperative models
• Savings, loans, and credit mechanisms
• Financial literacy and management

Module 5: Skills Development and Workforce Participation

• Vocational and professional skills training
• STEM inclusion for women
• Capacity building for employability
• Gender-responsive human resource practices

Module 6: Digital Tools and Innovative Financing

• Fintech solutions for inclusion
• Digital entrepreneurship and e-commerce
• Online financial platforms
• Leveraging technology for growth

Module 7: Inclusive Value Chains and Market Systems

• Gender analysis in supply chains
• Inclusive procurement practices
• Market access and integration
• Promoting women-led businesses

Module 8: Leadership, Advocacy, and Policy Influence

• Strategic leadership for women
• Advocacy and stakeholder engagement
• Policy lobbying techniques
• Mentorship and peer networks

Module 9: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Measurement

• Developing M&E frameworks
• Key economic indicators for gender inclusion
• Data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Learning and scaling best practices

Module 10: Sustainable and Resilient Economic Growth

• Integrating green economy strategies
• Building community and institutional resilience
• Promoting equitable growth models
• Designing long-term inclusive economic initiatives

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue 

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.