7 – 11 December 2009International Training Centre of the ILO

Turin, Italy

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Timeline

• Berlin High Level retreat on Effectiveness of International Development Training (June 08)

• Accra High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness (Sept 08)

• Washington Forum on Improving Results of Learning for Capacity Building (June 09)

• The Turin 2009 Turin Learning Link (Dec 09)

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Objectives

• Foster a community of practice• Align practices with in-country systems to

enhance impact of CD programmes • Support planning and implementation of

actions to improve CD results

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Steering Committee

• International Training Centre of the ILO

• InWEnt – Capacity Building International

• European Training Foundation (ETF)

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Learning Themes

• Strengthening partnerships to enhance effectiveness

• Aligning programmes for capacity development

• Utilizing technology to maximise learning• Designing and implementing effective learning

programmes• Results management to improve the impact of

learning programmes

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Programme Format

• The week long programme will include a ½ day local study visit, plenary sessions, share fair/gallery, group assignments, and optional/parallel activities

• Methodology: Turin Learning Approach, use of web 2.0 and videoconferencing, with emphasis on experiential learning to share knowledge and strengthen partnerships

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Participatory Approach

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Participants

• Representatives from Development Training and Learning Institutes (DTLIs); capacity building centres of excellence; and development partners engaged in learning

• Profile: managers, lead programme staff concerned with learning and training for capacity development initiatives

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Funding

Three modalities will be applied:• Fee based participation• Possible sponsorship for representatives• Additional financial support being sought

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More InformationLearning Link website:• http://www.itcilo.org/linkTurin Learning Approach:• http://www.itcilo.org/en/about-the-centre/how-we-

operateOther places to watch:• http://itcilo.wordpress.com/Contact us:• link@itcilo.org

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Thank you for your attention!

We look forward to your participation!