Course Overview

Overview:

This 4-day intensive workshop is designed for urban planners, public health professionals, policymakers, and community leaders who aim to address the challenges and leverage the opportunities presented by urbanization to improve public health outcomes. The course covers the principles and practices of urban planning and public health, focusing on sustainable urban development, health equity, and the integration of health considerations into urban policies and projects. Participants will gain practical insights and tools to create healthier urban environments.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the impact of urbanization on public health.

Learn strategies for integrating health considerations into urban planning.

Explore methods for promoting health equity in urban settings.

Develop skills to identify and address public health challenges associated with urbanization.

Gain insights into best practices for sustainable urban development.

Apply urban health principles to real-world scenarios.

Target Audience:

Urban planners

Public health professionals

Policymakers

Community leaders

Environmental health specialists

Anyone involved in urban development and public health initiatives

Course Content:

Day 1: Introduction to Urbanization and Public Health

Morning Session:

Welcome and Course Introduction

Understanding Urbanization: Definitions and Key Concepts

Overview of Public Health: Key Principles and Objectives

The Intersection of Urbanization and Public Health

Afternoon Session:

Health Impacts of Urbanization: Opportunities and Challenges

Case Studies: Successful Urban Health Initiatives

Group Discussion and Q&A

Day 2: Integrating Health into Urban Planning

Morning Session:

Principles of Healthy Urban Planning

Tools and Techniques for Health Impact Assessment (HIA)

Interactive Session: Conducting an HIA

Afternoon Session:

Designing Health-Promoting Urban Spaces: Parks, Transportation, Housing

Practical Session: Creating Health-Inclusive Urban Plans

Case Study Analysis: Integrating Health in Urban Development Projects

Group Discussion and Q&A

Day 3: Addressing Health Equity in Urban Settings

Morning Session:

Health Disparities in Urban Areas: Causes and Consequences

Strategies for Promoting Health Equity

Best Practices for Community Engagement and Participation

Afternoon Session:

Developing Policies for Health Equity

Group Activity: Designing Community Health Programs

Group Discussion and Q&A

Day 4: Sustainable Urban Development and Public Health

Morning Session:

Principles of Sustainable Urban Development

Integrating Environmental Health into Urban Planning

Monitoring and Evaluating Urban Health Outcomes

Afternoon Session:

Interactive Workshop: Implementing Sustainable Urban Health Practices

Final Group Project: Developing a Comprehensive Urban Health Strategy

Presentation of Group Projects

Course Review and Wrap-up

Q&A and Feedback Session

Additional Information:

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of urban planning and public health principles.

Materials Provided: Course notes, health impact assessment tools, case study materials.

Certification: Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the workshop.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively integrate public health considerations into urban planning and development, promoting healthier and more equitable urban environments.

Training Package Value for Money.

Training will be facilitated by professionals with hands on skills and great wealth. Participants coming from outside NAIROBI are requested to organize their own accommodation and transport. We can however reserve accommodation space for you at the training venue.

Kindly confirm your participation with:

The Training Coordinator

Capacity Africa Institute

Email: workshops@capacityafrica.org

Website: www.capacityafrica.org