Planning for Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Programmes 1 - 26 August 2005 Johannesburg, South Africa Margaret Sanger Centre International South Africa is pleased to offer their second course for 2005: Programme Planning for Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health fo- cuses on building sound interventions for adolescent sexual and reproductive health designed to strengthen institutional capac- ity to effectively monitor programme operations and evaluate performance. The nuts and bolts of programme planning are fused with adoles- cent-centered SRH concerns through an array of provocative and interactive sessions. HIV/AIDS interventions are situated within the context of healthy sexuality and appropriate technology. Learning is facilitated through lectures, case studies, group problem solving and individualised attention. Emphasis is placed on participatory learning so instructors draw on the experiences of participants and their programmes. Learning Objectives This 4-week course prepares participants to: * improve knowledge of adolescent development & its sociocul- tural determinants * expand knowledge of human sexuality * up-date knowledge of trends in adolescent health, particularly SRH and HIV/AIDS * analyse effective strategies for improving ASRH outcomes * execute essential steps in youth centred programme development * complete fully development programme plans * integrate gender equity promotion activities in programme plans * develop proposals for funding Who should attend this course? This course is designed for health and youth development profes- sionals responsible for programme development, including: * project coordinators * project managers * programme officers and * personnel whose duties include the design, implementation or supervision of youth service delivery system. What should participants expect? This intensive course involves: * 28 hours of classroom contact per week * 1,5 hour each evening for independent completion of assign- ments * small, supported team meetings twice per week for collective problem solving * course relevant sites visits * opportunities to see sites of interest on weekends. During this course, participants will: * design ASRH programmes appropriate to local needs & resources * develop management structures supportive of quality ASRH ser- vices * create monitoring and evaluation systems for effective pro- gramme management * integrate activities for promoting gender equity and greater male involvement in ASRH programmes * complete a full proposal of their programme concept for pres- entation to a funding agency. Course Cost Tuition & Fees US$ 2,500 Per Diem (estimated cost) U$ 2,730 EXCLUDES AIRFARE The application deadline is 04 July 2005, however as places are limited you are encouraged to apply early. For further information and registration contact: Ms Busi Marule Programme Secretary Margaret Sanger Centre International, South Africa P.O. Box 848 Auckland Park Johannesburg, South Africa 2006 Tel: +27-11-726-1172 Fax: +27-11-726-2424 mailto:info@mscisa.org.za http://www.mscisa.org.za