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Learning Lab

Welcome to our S4D Learning Lab and the Global S4D Community!  

Do you want to learn more about specific topics linked to sports? Do you want to know more about M&E and how you can implement it in your daily work? Do you want to get more insights about events and trainings offered in our partner countries? Then pre-register to our Global S4D Community (official start is on August 12th 2023) and enroll in our Web Seminars and Workshops. It is free of charge!

We are currently developing a roster of web seminars with new content with our partners CRISP and the German Sport University. The seminars will be published on our website and on our Global S4D Community platform on August 12th 2023. Please revisit the website and join/pre-register our Global S4D Community to learn about our new seminars. 

Are you interested in running your own S4D workshops? Or do you want to learn more in your own pace? If yes, check out the guidelines and links below.  

 

Introducing the Global Sport for Development Community

Sport inspires and connects people all over the world - regardless of language, gender or religion. At the GIZ, our global sport for development (S4D) programme aims to enable and facilitate international, regional and national actors to leverage sport to support marginalised youth in measures that promote employment, gender equality and social cohesion. 

The next iteration of the global S4D programme is built around community. We want to facilitate connectivity between, and capacity building amongst qualified S4D practitioners from GIZ partner countries. We want to support and facilitate a global community that empowers its members to actively get engaged with each other and foster peer to peer learning among the trainers, instructors, and multipliers globally.

And to this end, we are now launching an online S4D community: a global learning and networking platform that combines digital connection with offline activities to be used by "S4D practitioners" worldwide.

 

 

What is the Global Sport for Development Community?

The Global S4D Community is a new open membership offer for practitioners and partners that combines an online social intranet - purpose built by our partners at HumHub - and a variety of offline learning and knowledge exchange activities. The Community is free to access, and welcomes practitioners of all backgrounds, ranging from seasoned S4D trainers, instructors, and multipliers to enthusiastic newcomers who share an unwavering commitment to drive positive change through sports.

 

Who is involved in the project?

At the core of our platform's technical aspect, lies 'HumHub,' ensuring seamless connectivity and user-friendly interactions for an efficient and smooth experience.

Furthermore, our community management team, comprising expert organizations in the Sport for Development sector led by Yunus Sports Hub, supported by Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, Laureus Germany, and Oaks Consultancy Ltd., plays a pivotal role in nurturing a supportive environment for S4D practitioners worldwide. Their efforts will foster an atmosphere of cooperation and collective growth, encouraging practitioners to collaborate, share insights, and learn from one another.

 

What can you expect as an S4D community member?

As a member of the Global S4D Community, you will gain access to a wealth of resources and opportunities. Our platform offers web-based training courses, workshops, e-learning material, and interactive modules, thoughtfully curated in collaboration with CRISP e.V. and the German Sports University. The content is designed to be engaging, interactive, and relevant, ensuring that you receive the most comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge in the field of Sport for Development.

Through our global learning and networking platform, you can actively engage in discussions, join interest groups, and participate in virtual events, connecting with fellow S4D practitioners from diverse backgrounds. The community thrives on shared experiences and collective knowledge, inspiring innovative approaches to Sport for Development.

 

How can you get involved?

Getting involved in the Global S4D Community is straightforward. All S4D practitioners, from newcomers to experienced professionals are welcome to join our transformative platform.

  1. Register: Visit our website and sign up as an S4D community member. It's easy and free!
  2. Explore: Navigate our comprehensive web-based training courses and workshops, tailor-made for practitioners at all levels.
  3. Engage: Participate in lively discussions, join interest groups, and take part in virtual events to connect with fellow changemakers.
  4. Grow: Embrace the journey of lifelong learning, empowering yourself to drive positive change through sports.

2023

07 September 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Introduction to Sport for Development

02:00pm / 05:00pm (UTC+2)

The Introduction to Sport for Development (S4D) module provides learners with a comprehensive overview of the principles of sports as a tool for development. 

11 September 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Knowledge Sharing

02:00pm / 03:30pm (UTC+2)

The S4D knowledge sharing activity entitled ‘No reflection - no impact!?’ will provide the possibility to get a deeper understanding of the reflection part in the S4D activities. 

12 September 2023
SpanishWorkshop

Introduction to Sport for Development

02:00pm / 05:00pm (UTC+2)

El módulo Introducción al deporte para el desarrollo (S4D) proporciona a los estudiantes una visión general completa de los principios del deporte como herramienta para el desarrollo. 

20 September 2023
ArabicWorkshop

Introduction to Sport for Development

03:00pm / 05:00pm (UTC+2)

The Introduction to Sport for Development (S4D) module provides learners with a comprehensive overview of the principles of sports as a tool for development. 

26 - 28 September 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Sport for Gender Equality

02:00pm (UTC+2) / 05:00pm (UTC+2)

The “Sport for Gender Equality” online course offers valuable insights into the critical role of sports in promoting gender equality and fostering inclusivity.

04 October 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Knowledge Sharing

10:00am / 11:30am (UTC+2)

The S4D knowledge sharing activity entitled ‘How to finance S4D activities? Experiences and challenges’ will provide the possibility to exchange about funding opportunities in the S4D sector. 

10 - 12 October 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Sport for Social Cohesion

12:00pm / 03:00pm (UTC+2)

The Sport for Social Cohesion module focuses on the pivotal role that sports play in promoting social cohesion within communities. Participants will explore the importance of social cohesion, particularly in the context of sustainable development goals. 

23 - 25 October 2023
SpanishWorkshop

Sport for Gender Equality

02:00pm (UTC+2) / 05:00pm (UTC+2)

El curso en línea "Deporte para la igualdad de género" ofrece información valiosa sobre el papel fundamental del deporte en la promoción de la igualdad de género y el fomento de la inclusión.

25 - 27 October 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Sport for Employability

10:00am / 01:00pm (UTC+2)

The Sport for Employability course provides learners with an introduction to using sports as a tool for enhancing employment opportunities for young people.

06 - 08 November 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Monitoring & Evaluation in S4D

02:00pm / 05:00pm (UTC+1)

The “Monitoring and Evaluation” module is designed to offer participants an overview of the principles underpinning monitoring and evaluation practices. 

07 November 2023
EnglishWorkshop

Knowledge Sharing

02:00pm / 03:30pm (UTC+1)

The S4D knowledge sharing activity entitled ‘The role of parents and caretakers in S4D trainings. Experiences and challenges’ will provide a brief introduction about the possibilities to include parents/caretakers into S4D trainings.

08 - 10 November 2023
ArabicWorkshop

Sport for Employability

12:00pm / 03:00pm (UTC+1)

The Sport for Employability course provides learners with an introduction to using sports as a tool for enhancing employment opportunities for young people.

14 - 16 November 2023
ArabicWorkshop

Sport for Social Cohesion

12:00pm / 03:00pm (UTC+1)

The Sport for Social Cohesion module focuses on the pivotal role that sports play in promoting social cohesion within communities. Participants will explore the importance of social cohesion, particularly in the context of sustainable development goals. 

06 December 2023
EnglishWebseminar

S4D Policy Advocacy at national level

11:00am / 11:30pm (UTC+1)

The S4D knowledge sharing activity entitled ‘S4D Policy Advocacy at national level - Exchange of Good Practice Examples‘ will provide a brief introduction of policy advocacy in the field of S4D

11 - 13 December 2023
SpanishWorkshop

Monitoring & Evaluation in S4D

02:00pm / 05:00pm (UTC+1)

El módulo "Seguimiento y evaluación" está diseñado para ofrecer a los participantes una visión general de los principios que sustentan las prácticas de seguimiento y evaluación. 

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW


Do you want to run your own S4D workshops?

The Capacity Development (CD) Guidelines below will support you in implementing your own workshop activities. They include an overall workshop structure, contents focusing on different topics (Sport for Health, gender Equality, Social Cohesion etc.) and the learning outcomes necessary to successfully facilitate a workshop in institutional settings. Additionally, parts of the documents (e. g. manuals, factsheets) can be used as a reference for thematically appropriate wording, for inspirational purposes with practical activities or workshop development, and as layout examples for communicating information.

Target groups for the workshops are institutions and organisations interested in using sport-specific approaches and methods for developmental objectives, S4D Instructors and S4D Coaches. Each workshop presented consits of three modules. When implemented as online format, each module has a duration of three hours. Delivered in presence, modules can be adapted length- and content-wise.

Please note that all contents were developed in a working context of GIZ. Feel free to adapt and modify contents and scope according to your needs, e. g. regarding wordings, country examples.

In our self-paced atingi course "Introduction to S4D" you will learn the basics of the sport for development (S4D) approach. Which topics can be addressed through S4D? Who plans and conducts S4D activities? What do these activities look like? These are some of the questions we will answer together during this course.

This course provides basic knowledge about the S4D approach by showing you the skills you need to be an S4D facilitator, how to structure an S4D session, and what topics you can address through the S4D approach.

It will take you about one hour to complete and you will earn a badge. To access the free of charge courses, please create an account on atingi first by following this link

What is safeguarding? What makes activities safe, inclusive, enjoyable, and free from harm? Which factors play a role, and which knowledge is necessary? These are some of the questions addressed in the self-paced atingi course "Safeguarding in Sport and Sport for Development" .

In this introductory course, we define safeguarding, identify the different types of harm, describe the roles and responsibilities of an S4D facilitator, address how you should deal with safeguarding concerns, show you how you can design safe and inclusive activities, and what safeguarding measures you can expect from your organisation. To access the free of charge courses, please create an account on atingi first by following this link.

In our Tools Section you will find more guidelines and templates about safeguarding in sport and S4D in different languages. 

Take part in our self-paced atingi course "Mental health and Well-Being" and learn more about on how sport and Sport for Development can help you get mentally fit. In this self-paced course, you will learn what mental health and well-being is. It will take you about 1 hour to complete and you will earn a certificate. The course is for young people from around the world. You will learn

  • how to manage your feelings when you feel stress, anxious and depressed
  • how to deal with bullying
  • how to build communication skills
  • how to build confidence
  • how to build resiliency to live a healthy life

Each module contains 6 lessons of 5 to 10 minutes each. This means, it will take you about 60 minutes to complete the training. To access the free of charge courses, please create an account on atingi first by following this link.

We are currently developing a roster of web seminars with new content. Down below you see our new seminar offers. 

Learning Lab 2023

Formats and Requirements:

  • Web seminars are short inputs in a lecture style format and are scheduled on a rolling basis. They are made for anybody who wants to get a first impression on how sport can be used as a tool for social change, without having any prior knowledge.
  • Web seminars about the topics M&E and Impact Evaluation are offered in a modular format: Take part in all three modules (Module I: M&E Introduction; Module II: M&E Implementation; Module III: Impact Evaluation) and you will get a certificate! 
  • Workshops consist of several modules, include self-study and group assignments and are scheduled periodically. Participation in an introductory Web Seminar (“Introduction to S4D”) or prior knowledge of S4D are required for the workshops. In order to guarantee an interactive and participatory workshop atmosphere, regular attendance, active engagement and a stable internet connection are required. Participation with a laptop is recommended. You must attend at least 80% or more of the workshop be eligible for a certificate of attendancePlease only sign up if you are 100% sure that you can take part in all days of the workshop!

The registration will close the week before the web seminar or workshop is scheduled (Thursday 11:59 pm).