Introduction

In today’s dynamic healthcare landscape, integrating gender perspectives into public health policies and practices is essential for achieving equitable health outcomes. Gender and Public Health Training Course equips participants with critical knowledge and skills to analyze, design, and implement gender-responsive health programs, addressing systemic disparities and fostering inclusive healthcare delivery. Participants will gain insights into gender-based health inequities, intersectionality in healthcare, and the role of policy, advocacy, and community engagement in shaping sustainable public health interventions.

This course leverages case-based learning, interactive workshops, and evidence-driven strategies to empower health professionals, policymakers, and researchers. Participants will explore practical tools for gender mainstreaming, health impact assessments, and program evaluation, ensuring that public health initiatives are inclusive, data-informed, and culturally sensitive. By the end of the course, learners will be prepared to implement gender-responsive health strategies that improve population health outcomes and promote social justice.

Programme Curriculum

Gender and Public Health Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand gender concepts and their relevance in public health.
Analyze gender-based health disparities using epidemiological data.
Apply intersectional approaches to public health program design.
Integrate gender-responsive policies into health systems.
Develop strategies for equitable healthcare delivery.
Conduct gender-sensitive needs assessments.
Implement inclusive health promotion campaigns.
Evaluate health programs for gender equity impact.
Strengthen community engagement and participatory approaches.
Enhance skills in advocacy for gender-responsive health policies.
Use digital health tools for gender-informed interventions.
Promote maternal, adolescent, and reproductive health equity.
Build leadership capacity for gender-sensitive health management.

Target Audience

Public health professionals
Policy makers and government health officials
Health program managers
Community health workers
NGO and CSO staff in health sectors
Researchers and academicians in public health
Medical practitioners with interest in gender equity
Students in health and social sciences

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Gender and Health

Key concepts: sex, gender, intersectionality
Gender roles and health outcomes
Case study: Gender disparities in HIV prevalence
Health equity frameworks
Policy implications of gender analysis

Module 2: Gender-Based Health Inequities

Identifying vulnerable populations
Socioeconomic and cultural determinants
Case study: Maternal mortality gaps in sub-Saharan Africa
Gender-sensitive data collection
Tools for inequity mapping

Module 3: Gender-Responsive Health Policy

Policy formulation and gender mainstreaming
International frameworks (SDGs, WHO guidelines)
Case study: Rwanda’s national gender and health strategy
Advocacy and stakeholder engagement
Policy monitoring and evaluation

Module 4: Intersectionality and Public Health

Multiple axes of vulnerability
Impact on healthcare access and outcomes
Case study: Gender, disability, and chronic disease management
Community-based participatory approaches
Intersectional program design

Module 5: Reproductive and Maternal Health Equity

Family planning and maternal health services
Gender-sensitive reproductive health interventions
Case study: Reducing adolescent pregnancy rates in Kenya
Addressing socio-cultural barriers
Monitoring and evaluation metrics

Module 6: Health Promotion and Community Engagement

Designing gender-inclusive campaigns
Participatory community approaches
Case study: Immunization outreach programs
Communication strategies for diverse populations
Measuring impact and reach

Module 7: Program Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation

Gender-sensitive project cycles
Indicators for equity-focused programs
Case study: Gender-focused malaria prevention initiatives
Evidence-based decision making
Scaling and sustainability strategies

Module 8: Leadership, Advocacy, and Digital Health Tools

Building gender-responsive leadership skills
Advocacy for policy change
Case study: Leveraging mHealth for women’s health
Ethical and cultural considerations
Innovation in digital health interventions

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Health equity Policy integration Access improvement Gender-sensitive programs

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000