PRIA International Academy’s hybrid training workshops engage learners in a deeper learning process that combines online self-learning with an in-person training workshop, facilitated by experienced and knowledgeable trainers. These training workshops are for those learners who are looking to engage with a particular topic in greater depth, in order to incorporate learnings into their current professional and/or academic engagements.
These hybrid training workshops are provided on certain dates throughout the year, with details being communicated well in advance through various online mediums. The structure of these workshops will be as follows:
- Enrolling in and completing the online self-learning course (1 week)
- Participating in the online webinar (1-2 hours)
- Participating in the in-person training workshop (3- 5 days)
Seats for each workshop are limited, so be sure to register well in advance!
Since 1982, a total of 30,391 have enrolled in PIA’s online self-learning courses.
FAQs
PRIA’s Hybrid Training Workshops are immersive 3-5 day in-person workshops supported by an online self-learning course and a live webinar. Participants first complete the online learning, then join the webinar, and finally attend the in-person workshop, ensuring a strong link between theory and practice.
PRIA’s hybrid training workshops are open to students, development professionals, CSR personnel, policymakers, government and public officials, researchers, and anyone interested in participatory methodologies or whose learning needs and outcomes align with the contemporary requirements of the development and non-profit sectors.
A hybrid training programme includes about one week of online self-learning, a 1-2 hour live webinar, and a 3-5 day in-person workshop, making it a comprehensive blended learning experience.
Yes, participants receive a certificate upon successful completion of the workshop.
Yes, these workshops are designed for both individuals and organisations. Organisations may nominate multiple participants or request customised workshops to be conducted at their own location for their team or staff members.
The blended learning programme enables participants to build a strong conceptual foundation through online learning and deepen their understanding through live interaction and hands-on, in-person workshops. This approach helps participants apply their learning directly to their professional and field contexts, while engaging in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
You can register by visiting the PIA website and selecting the relevant hybrid training workshop, where you will find details on upcoming programmes and the registration process. If your organisation requires PIA’s support for a specific training for the team, please write to us at pia@pria.org. We would be happy to develop a contextualised learning programme tailored to your organisation’s learning needs and requirements.
Active Hybrid Training Workshop
Capacity Building in Community-Based Participatory Research
A practical master training to build capacity in Community-Based Participatory Research for ethical, community-led, and socially impactful research.
Workshop on Participatory Training Methodology
A 3-day, practice-focused Training of Trainers (ToT) that helps facilitators and educators move from theory to action.
This 3-day Training of Trainers (ToT) on Participatory Training Methodology is designed for facilitators, educators, youth leaders, and development practitioners who wish to strengthen their capacity to design and deli
Past Hybrid Training Workshop
Water Quality Testing Training for SHG Women
A hands-on program training SHG women to test and monitor local water quality using simple tools and social mapping, highlighting its link to public health.
- Train SHG women to understand the importance of water quality testing, map water sources in their community, and develop practical skills to conduct tests independently.
- Highlight the significance of water quality testing for building safe and healthy communities.
- Introduce the concept of social mapping and its application in identifying local water sources.
- Explore the connection between water quality and public health, with special attention to vulnerable groups.
- Provide step-by-step guidance on conducting water quality tests using simple tools and techniques.
Youth-led Policy Advocacy and Accountability
This training built the capacity of young leaders to engage in policy advocacy and accountability. It emphasized collaboration, contextual learning, and peer exchange to inspire effective youth-led action.
- Equip participating grantees with strategic insights and tools for effective youth engagement in policy advocacy and accountability.
- Create an enabling environment for grantees to share their experiences and best practices in youth-led policy advocacy and accountability.
- Strengthen collaboration among partners, fostering peer learning and collective problem-solving through synergized efforts.
Participatory Research Methodology
This training deepened participants’ understanding of participatory research principles, ethics, and tools. It combined theory with real-world examples, helping learners design inclusive and community-driven research projects.
- Understanding Participatory Research, including historical roots, principles, and key characteristics.
- Exploring the role of a Participatory Researcher.
- Learning CBPR methods and tools, including methodology with examples from PRIA's program and demonstration.
- Understanding the ethics of Participatory Research.
Introduction to Participatory Research Tools and Approaches
An introductory workshop exploring participatory frameworks, ethical engagement, and community collaboration.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of participatory approaches, including key concepts, frameworks, and tools.
- Reflect on ethical considerations and practical challenges in implementing participatory approaches.
- Acquire skills to design participatory projects tailored to specific community or organizational contexts.