The idea of gender sensitivity and gender mainstreaming helps to advance equity and lower the obstacles that gender discrimination creates in both the personal and professional areas. The goal of this program is to help participants understand and address gender stereotypes while encouraging acceptance and compassion for people of all sexes The workshop will provide participants with the necessary tools to address and overcome discriminatory views by emphasizing the fact that gender sensitivity is about promoting mutual respect and understanding rather than dividing people. By taking this strategy, stereotyped generalizations about gender issues will become less relevant, benefiting both men and women and creating a more inclusive and fair society.
The training design specifically targets the ASIST-GAD Technical Working Group and select employees, comprising 17 female and 7 male participants. This mix of participants ensures diverse perspectives are represented, which is critical for effectively addressing gender issues from multiple viewpoints. The training will emphasize that gender sensitivity education benefits all participants by expanding their life options and improving their interactions with colleagues and communities. The goal is to enable participants to incorporate gender sensitivity into their daily interactions and decision-making processes, thereby contributing to a more inclusive organizational culture.
The Training of Trainers (ToT) model is integral to this program. It not only prepares participants to present gender sensitivity information effectively but also equips them to handle participant questions and lead engaging activities that reinforce learning. This approach ensures that trainers can cultivate a culture of continuous learning within the organization by sharing their enhanced skills and knowledge with others. By sharpening their teaching abilities, trainers will be better positioned to address queries on Gender and Development and provide accurate, insightful responses.
Ultimately, the ToT program aims to build confidence among trainers, enhance their presentation skills, and foster effective engagement with audiences. To assist and train selected ASIST employees as trainers on Gender and Development (GAD), Ms. Ellaine Kris R. Diomampo, a member of the PCW National GAD Resource Pool, will lead the training. He will be joined by Ms. Rhea Quileza, the GAD Focal Person and a member of the PCW NGRP to provide additional expertise. Together, they will serve as the primary resource persons for this activity. This investment in developing highly skilled trainers will have a ripple effect, enhancing the overall quality of gender sensitivity education within the organization. Through this initiative, the institution can expect a significant improvement in how gender issues are addressed and integrated into the curriculum and everyday practices, leading to a more equitable and respectful work environment for all employees and students.
Indeed, the training “Training of Trainers on Gender Sensitivity and Gender Mainstreaming is considered to be a vital journey towards creating a gender-equitable community at the University of Abra.
The journey of inclusion through Gender and Development is not always easy but, it is essential!
To quote one of the lines our speaker, it was mentioned that “Gender Equality is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of sustainable development”. However, gender issues persist in various aspects of life, hindering individuals, communities, and societies from reaching their full potential.
As trainers, it is essential to recognize the significance of gender and development and we have already the first step. This is it! The Training of Trainers. With the concepts and principles we learned, including the return demonstration we made, Let us continue marching forward, hand-in-hand toward a brighter future where everyone belongs.
