In order to create a stable and democratic system in Palestinian society, it is necessary to foster a skilled, knowledgeable and active cadre of civil society organizations to link the people and the institu tions that gov ern them. To perform their manifold roles most effectively and con struc tively, civil society organizations need to develop their institutional capaci ties. Each training program incorporates theoretical approaches and practical training in fields relevant to civil society in terms of procedures, skills and development. The participants are also required to write a short paper on an issue related to Palestinian civil society. Intensive Training Seminar.
Trainees attend a six-day lecture pro gram con ducted by local and international experts.
The lectures range from theoretical concepts to functional skills, exercises and case studies, whereby the participants are continuously encouraged to apply what they have learned to the institutions with which they are involved. The intensive seminar is followed by four work shops, spread over a two-month period and concentrat ing on skill en hancement. The major goal is to link and apply the skills learned to actual issues of con cern in the participants working environment. Par ticipants prepare for the workshops by completing practice-oriented writing assignments. At the close of the training program, each participant is required to submit a final essay.