The Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) Training Courses 2000
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The Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) is an African institu-
tion dedicated to strengthening the capabilities of sub-Saharan Afri-
can organisations working in family planning and related reproductive
health services.
CAFS conducts regional and in-country courses that enable health care
providers, administrators, researchers and programme managers to meet
Africa's health challenges. The CAFS team reflects strong field ex-
perience and a profound knowledge of the African social and cultural
environment.
CAFS has been serving Africa for over 20 years and has developed
training methodologies that assist participants in developing plans
and expertise they can use immediately.
TRAINING COURSES IN 2000
Management of Community-Based Family Planning Programmes
May 8 - June 2, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 2,790
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Reproductive Health Programme Evaluation
May 15 - 26, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 1,500
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Qualitative Research Methods in Reproductive Health
October 2 - 13, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 1,500
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Managing Reproductive Health Programmes
October 23-November 17, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 2,790
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An Introduction to Advocacy
April 17 - 28, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
July 31 - August 11, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 1,500
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EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES
Participatory Learning and Action
Dates and Venue
June 5 - 16, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 1,500
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FOCUSING ON GENDER
Operationalising Cairo and Beijing: A WHO Training Initiative in Gen-
der and Reproductive Health
Dates and Venue
September 25 - October 13, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 2,100
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Increasing Effectiveness of Reproductive Health Programmes through
Interpersonal Communication and Counselling: An Integrated Team Ap-
proach
Date and Venue
July 10 - 21, 2000 Nairobi
Tuition
US$ 1,500
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APPROACHES TO BEHAVIOUR CHANGE
Materials Development and Dissemination
October 30 - November 17, 2000
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuition
US$ 2,990
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HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should request and complete a course application form in
detail and mail to:
The Director, CAFS
Pamstech House, Woodvale Grove, Westlands
P.O. Box 60054
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254-2-448-618
Fax: +254-2-448-621
mailto:courses@cafs.org
http://www.cafs.org
Funding
Applicants are advised to seek financial assistance from bilateral
and multilateral agencies and organisations operating in their own
countries such as USAID, CIDA, UNFPA, FAO, and GTZ. In order to re-
serve a place in one of CAFS' courses, it is advisable to indicate
confirmed funding at least six weeks before commencement of the
course. Bilaterally funded participants are advised to ensure that
payments are made by the sponsoring agency before the training pro-
gramme begins.
Tuition
Tuition covers administrative and instructional costs, text, materi-
als, supplies, health insurance, field trips, airport pick-up and
drop-off and certificate awards.
Air Travel and Per Diem
Airfare, transit expenses and per diem are the responsibility of the
sponsoring organisation.
Accommodation
All participants will stay in the hotel identified by CAFS and will
abide by the booking arrangements made by CAFS. Accommodation costs:
US$ 130 per day (Half Board).
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