🎓 COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

The Social Impact Assessment (SIA) Skills course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge, tools, and practical techniques to systematically evaluate the social consequences of planned interventions—such as policies, programs, plans, and development projects. This course emphasizes participatory approaches, ethical engagement, and sustainability in managing social impacts across diverse sectors.

Through a combination of lectures, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to conduct baseline studies, engage stakeholders, assess potential social risks, and develop mitigation strategies that foster inclusive, equitable development.

🎯 COURSE OBJECTIVES: 

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Define and explain the principles, purpose, and process of Social Impact Assessment.

• Identify and evaluate potential social impacts associated with development initiatives.

• Use participatory tools and methods for data collection and community engagement.

• Conduct stakeholder analysis and implement inclusive consultation processes.

• Develop mitigation plans and monitor social performance over time.

• Prepare comprehensive SIA reports aligned with global standards and frameworks.

📚 COURSE MODULES:

Module One: Introduction to Social Impact Assessment
Module Two: Legal and Policy Frameworks for SIA
Module Three: Understanding Social Context and Baseline Studies
Module Four: Impact Identification and Prediction Techniques
Module Five: Data Collection and Participatory Methods
Module Six: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Module Seven: Social Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning
Module Eight: Monitoring and Evaluation of Social Impacts
Module Nine: Reporting and Documentation of SIA Findings
Module Ten: Case Studies and Practical Applications