Upon successfully completing the training, participants will be able to:-
Understand the significance of environmental safeguards in enhancing investment performance.
Appreciate theProcedures and requirements for environmental and social assessments from major international organizations and donors for development projects.
Understand the roles of different stakeholders in implementing environmental and social mitigation measures.
Learn Safeguards best practices, effectiveness monitoring, and reporting procedures to ensure sustainable development and compliance with international standards.
Module 1: Introduction to Environmental and Social Safeguards
Definitions of Environmental and Social Safeguards
Importance in Project Management
Regulatory Framework: National and Local Regulations & International Standards (e.g., World Bank, IFC)
Principles of Safeguards: Prevention, Mitigation, Monitoring
Module 2: Environmental Safeguards
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Purpose and Process
Key Components of EIA
Mitigation Measures
Monitoring and Reporting
Module 3: Social Safeguards
Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
Community Engagement Strategies
Addressing Vulnerable Groups
Module 4: Integration of Safeguards into Project Planning
Risk Assessment in Project Planning
Implementation Strategies
Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation
Module 5: Best Practices and Action Planning
Case Studies of Successful Safeguard Implementation
Lessons Learned from Failures and Challenges
Tools and Resources for Safeguard Management
Developing an Action Plan
