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KUHLE SOLUTIONS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ACADEMY

Kuhle Solutions Public Participation and Community Engagement Academy has benchmarked against best practice and invested in intensive research on public participation global trends


The Academy aims to support the South African Skills Development Act.
Kuhle Academy has been at the forefront of professional development and training, equipping individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to facilitate meaningful public participation processes. With its newly acquired accreditation from the LGSETA, the academy solidifies its position as a recognized leader in this critical field.

Kuhle Academy offers a comprehensive range of training programs designed to address various aspects of public participation. These programs cater to diverse audiences, including government officials, community leaders, planners, consultants, and anyone involved in public engagement processes. The courses cover essential topics such as skills to facilitate workshops, community meetings and planned sessions in the local economic development environment, stakeholder identification and analysis, other stakeholder engagement Methods, Negotiation and Mediation Approaches, conflict resolution, and the use of technology in fostering inclusive participation.

Kuhle Solutions Public Participation and Community Engagement Academy has benchmarked against best practice and has invested in intensive research on public participation global trends. The academy has partnered with International Association of Public Participation (IAP2). IAP2 is an international federation of members from different regions across the world, that seeks promote and improve the practice of public participation, community engagement, incorporating individuals, government, institutions, and other entities that affect the public interest.
The Kuhle Academy Trainers are in their final completion stage of IAP2 Global Learning Pathway Trainer Candidate Licensing Process.
The training is both physical training and online training using training tools like MiroBoard and Jamboard.


Knowledge

Ensuring skills transfer to stakeholders regarding their right to participate and be engaged. 

We do it by..

Ensuring the quality of training and education for those who oversee or are responsible for stakeholder management/engagement and public participation.

Growth

Get involved and join South Africans in building the economy

Supporting Economic Employment Growth & Social Development

Build your skills for the future

Improving skills by promoting training and knowledge to employers and the community.

Kuhle has invested a great amount of time and resources in this International Programme to ensure the success of a high value training academy that will help make a difference in our people’s lives.

Individuals who enroll in Kuhle Academy's accredited programs can expect to gain valuable skills and competencies that will enable them to effectively engage with the public and facilitate meaningful participation. These acquired skills will enhance their ability to create inclusive platforms for dialogue, manage conflicts, and foster collaborative decision-making processes.


Who should attend?
  • Social Facilitators and Organizations (Association and regulatory bodies)
  • Project Steering Committee members
  • Municipal Councillors.
  • Local Government Groups
  • Local municipality
  • Construction & Project Managers – Contractors
  • Mines
  • Community Members
  • Design Engineers, Engineers
  • Construction Health Safety Manager
  • Health and Safety officers
  • Health & Safety Representatives
  • Construction Health and Safety - Agent - Construction Industry Professionals
  • Quality Managers
  • Stakeholders in the Construction
  • Public Relations and Communication Specialists
  • Environmentalists
  • Nonprofit and NGO Leaders: Leaders of nonprofit organizations and non-governmental organizations often work with donors, beneficiaries, volunteers, and government agencies.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Managers: Professionals overseeing an organization's CSR initiatives can enhance their ability to engage with local communities, NGOs, and other stakeholders.  (mines)
  • Academic Professionals: Educators and researchers can benefit from understanding stakeholder engagement to foster collaboration with students, colleagues, industry partners, and community stakeholders.

                                                               




IAP2 

The IAP2 Global Certificate in P2/Engagement is a five-day programme.

Level 1

This course is suitable for practitioners working as a member of a P2/engagement team, contributing to engagement activities.

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Level 2

This course is suitable for practitioners who already have substantial experience in P2/engagement and are ready to be leading this work.

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Level 2

This course is suitable for a range of practitioners who are actively involved in delivering P2/engagement methods and techniques.  

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Level 2

This course is suitable for practitioners who are leading the planning and implementation of P2/engagement processes. 

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LGSETA

The programme is NQF level 5 LGSETA accredited and carries 30 credits. It is oriented on the core values and fundamental principles of IAP2.

Our Tailored Modules 


The programme is NQF level 5 LGSETA accredited and carries 30 credits. It is oriented on the core values and fundamental principles of IAP2.Though the programme is contextualized to South African communities and environment, each module adheres to globally recognized best practices and trends, such as World Bank, IAP2.

Our programme is designed to enhance  participant’s understanding and skills in public participation, Social Facilitation, and Community Engagement.

Our commitment is to be at the forefront of professional development and training, empowering individuals with the champion meaningful public participation processes.
10K +
LIVES IMPACTED 

150 +
TRAININGS CONDUCTED

5+
YEARS EXPERIENCE