IFRC Learning Platform & Learning Initiatives. UNCTAD, Geneva

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1 IFRC Learning Platform & Red Cross Red Crescent Learning Initiatives Learning network By Denise Kappel William Babumba 22 nd Oct 2015 Learning and Organizational Development UNCTAD, Geneva May 2012

2 Structure of the presentation Introduction Brief about IFRC & what we do Learning Platform Different learning initiatives Q & A

3 The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement 189 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies worldwide International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), founded in 1919 International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), founded in 1863

4 The Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Humanity Impartiality Neutrality Independence Voluntary service Unity Universality

5 The IFRC response Strategy 2020 a ten year strategy focused on saving lives and changing minds Shaped by the vulnerabilities of the communities where National Societies work, adherence to the Fundamental Principles, and individual rights and freedoms Guides the IFRC and member National Societies in tackling the major challenges confronting humanity Advanced by three strategic aims (what we will do) and three enabling actions (how we will do it)

6 Online learning platform /learning-platform Free and self-directed high quality Red Cross Red Crescent and other personal and professional learning opportunities for all Registration and access to the Learning platform are free

7 Learning platform User Benefits Learn at own pace, wherever and whenever, on key topics to help become a better humanitarian, all for free Quality multilingual learning materials based on RCRC practice WW Personal development courses available through partner materials Learning Passport, retaining training record for the long term Suggested Learning Paths supporting each individuals development Global Learning Community to tap into and learn with / from

8 Learning platform Organisational benefits One Global Red Cross Red Crescent Learning platform available to Red Cross and Red Crescent Staff and Volunteers worldwide, UN agencies, Non for profits and other More that 150 high quality Red Cross Red Crescent and other third party courses available for free Supporting improvement of competencies and skills of volunteers and staff from Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies and many agencies and organisations Management of own learner accounts, environment and content

9 Learning platform Customisation of environment Improving navigation experience for the users

10 Learning platform Featuring and suggesting courses to users

11 Course evaluations to monitor quality

12 Communities and learning communities to share experience and discussions

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14 Learning platform Live Online Tour & Course Catalogue /learning-platform Online Catalogue of Courses + Abstract Carousel

15 Learning platform - Learner Voices from Around the World Video testimonials

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18 Learning and Certified Professional Development courses Academically accredited, Postgrad., online, tutor-led courses offered in partnership with selected academic institutions worldwide Humanitarian Diplomacy (Diplo Foundation) Social and Voluntary Sector Leadership (Thunderbird) Global Health (University of Manchester) Disaster Management (Tata Institute) Shelter Coordination (Copenhagen Uni) Shelter & Settlements (CENDEP)

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20 CONTACT & INFORMATION /learning #RCRCLearning RedCrossRedCrescentLearning RSS feed (coming)

21 Concluding remarks & Q&A IFRC is keen to develop collaborations with various International organisations i.e. UN agencies to provide more e- learning opportunities for Red Cross & Red Crescent staff and volunteers. So far we are in the process of finalising partnerships with UNICEF, WHO, OCHA, WFP, FAO & UNHCR. For more information on how to partner with IFRC, please get in touch with Thank you for inviting us to this meeting