Gender and Urban Development Training Course

Gender and Urban Development Training Course

Introduction

Gender and Urban Development is a transformative, inclusive, and sustainable planning approach that integrates gender equality, social inclusion, urban resilience, and participatory governance into city development. Rapid urbanization across the globe especially in developing regions has amplified gender disparities in access to housing, infrastructure, transport, safety, and economic opportunities. Gender and Urban Development Training Course equips participants with cutting-edge tools, gender-responsive urban planning frameworks, data-driven decision-making skills, and policy integration strategies to build inclusive, equitable, and smart cities that serve diverse populations effectively.

This course emphasizes intersectionality, climate-resilient urban systems, digital urban governance, gender-sensitive infrastructure, and inclusive public spaces. Participants will explore how urban policies, land use systems, transport networks, and housing programs impact men, women, youth, and marginalized groups differently. By integrating global best practices, SDG-aligned strategies (especially SDG 5 and SDG 11), and real-world case studies, the training empowers professionals to design safe, inclusive, and sustainable urban environments that leave no one behind.

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

1. Understand gender-responsive urban planning frameworks and inclusive city design
2. Analyze urban inequality, spatial justice, and gender disparities
3. Apply intersectional approaches in urban governance and policy-making
4. Integrate gender-sensitive transport systems and mobility solutions
5. Promote safe cities initiatives and gender-based violence prevention strategies
6. Strengthen climate-resilient and gender-inclusive urban infrastructure
7. Enhance data-driven urban planning using gender-disaggregated data
8. Develop inclusive housing policies and slum upgrading strategies
9. Foster women’s economic empowerment in urban economies
10. Apply smart city technologies with a gender lens
11. Improve urban service delivery and public space accessibility
12. Design participatory planning and community engagement strategies
13. Align urban development with SDGs, ESG principles, and sustainability frameworks

Target Audience

1. Urban planners and city development professionals
2. Government officials and municipal authorities
3. Gender specialists and social development experts
4. NGOs and civil society organizations
5. Architects and infrastructure developers
6. Transport and mobility planners
7. Researchers and academic professionals
8. Donor agencies and international development practitioners

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Gender and Urban Development

• Concepts of gender equality in urban contexts
• Urbanization trends and gender implications
• Intersectionality and social inclusion
• Global frameworks (SDGs, New Urban Agenda)
• Gender mainstreaming tools
• Case Study: Gender-inclusive urban planning in Vienna

Module 2: Gender and Urban Governance

• Participatory governance and inclusivity
• Policy frameworks for gender-responsive cities
• Decentralization and local governance
• Stakeholder engagement strategies
• Accountability mechanisms
• Case Study: Participatory budgeting in Porto Alegre

Module 3: Gender-Responsive Urban Planning

• Land use planning with gender lens
• Zoning and spatial equity
• Inclusive infrastructure design
• Urban design for safety and accessibility
• Planning tools and methodologies
• Case Study: Safe public spaces initiative in Delhi

Module 4: Gender and Urban Mobility

• Gender differences in mobility patterns
• Safe and inclusive transport systems
• Public transport accessibility
• Mobility and economic participation
• Smart mobility solutions
• Case Study: Women-friendly transport system in Bogotá

Module 5: Housing, Land, and Property Rights

• Gender disparities in housing access
• Informal settlements and slum upgrading
• Land tenure security
• Affordable housing strategies
• Legal frameworks and rights
• Case Study: Slum upgrading program in Nairobi

Module 6: Urban Safety and Gender-Based Violence Prevention

• Safe cities and urban security
• Gender-based violence in urban areas
• Risk mapping and safety audits
• Community policing and partnerships
• Technology for urban safety
• Case Study: UN Women Safe Cities Programme

Module 7: Economic Empowerment in Urban Areas

• Women in urban labor markets
• Informal economy and gender
• Access to finance and entrepreneurship
• Skills development and innovation
• Inclusive economic policies
• Case Study: Women-led enterprises in Kigali

Module 8: Climate Change, Sustainability, and Smart Cities

• Climate resilience and gender
• Sustainable urban development
• Smart cities and digital inclusion
• Green infrastructure and gender equity
• Disaster risk reduction strategies
• Case Study: Climate-resilient planning in Rotterdam

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.com 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.