This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to conflict management for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjMSiv-j60Q&index=3&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit/.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to HR management for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9btnkbpxrY&index=1&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.socialprograms.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This handout describes monitoring and evaluation as an embedded concept within project or program design and emphasizes that monitoring is integral to evaluation. It describes types of evaluation, levels of outcome and the process of program evaluation.

This handout on project management describes the aspects and dimensions of a project and the project management cycle: planning, implementation, monitoring, adapting and closing.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to NGO fundraising for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhNWjI1J9bU&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy&index=8. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This manual on conflict resolution focuses on conflict analysis, looking at actors, power and behavior, and mediation, highlighting mediator characteristics and process.

This resource is a compilation of 19 handouts for PDC's March 2013 training on local engagement and advocacy. Included are handouts focusing on communication barriers, principles of educating adults, role play approach, how to divide training groups into sub-groups, trainer style, evaluation check list and exercises.

This brief handout describes how to prepare a good proposal, why NGOs write projects, the project management process, how to write a successful proposal and proposal structure.

This fundraising summary focuses on planning, including a fundraising matrix, developing relationships with donors, individual giving, fundraising from companies and campaigns. It includes several group exercises.

This resource provides a series of group exercises, including a self-assessing tool to map NGO development, determining who carries responsibility in the NGO, team roles and a self-assessing tool to understand the difference between teams and groups.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to grant writing for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7GBgc6T-Do&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy&index=6. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This guide highlights strategies for civil society organizations to select appropriate issues for advocacy campaigns and gives tips for ensuring effective communication with policymakers. It also focuses on the implementation of advocacy campaigns, including strategies and tools for analyzing and prioritizing issues.

This handout describes development of non-profit organizations, including leadership, mission, registration, professionalization, division of power, structure, team development phases and types of power.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to project management for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSQ3vZXtzJM&index=5&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This introductory handout on strategic planning for NGOs describes the process with a "strategic planning spiral" and gives three questions to ask when creating strategic plans.

This brief handout accompanies the guide on strategic planning for NGOs and includes an exercise for participants to consider reasons for strategic planning, using SWOT analysis and a selection of tools.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to coalition building for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpOmVqnEnVQ&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy&index=4. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit/.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to NGO governance for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. It also is available online in English. Also, a brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to leadership for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. It also is available online in English and Arabic. In addition, a brief introductory video is available in English, with Arabic subtitles.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to monitoring and evaluation for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_z9H0alSqQ&index=7&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This brief slide presentation on leadership highlights features of strong leaders and leadership practices, including encouraging and enabling others to act and inspiring a shared vision.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to cooperative advocacy for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. A brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAjsZTYRy4Q&index=9&list=PLJv7VOmQDSjCiufqB6vBimeuDu0WG5-qy. The full tool kit also is online: http://www.envearth.com/program_post_type/toolkit.

This guide contains six chapters related to civic education activities for developing the Yemeni Constitution. This includes 1) basic principles and legal reference for the constitutional development process in Yemen; 2) the importance of awareness raising; 3) the role of constitutional society organizations; 4) the facilitation process and duties of community facilitators in constitutional outreach; 5) guidelines for community facilitators in discussions management; and 6) appendices.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to coalition building for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. It also is available online in English and Arabic. In addition, a brief introductory video is available in English with Arabic subtitles.

This handout for workshop participants compares the structure of organizations to a pyramid, outlining the elements of organization structure, types of jobs, authority and position. It also gives an overview of organizational development (OD) theory, including the OD matrix, techniques, role negotiation and policies.

This manual provides an introduction to volunteerism and volunteer management for organizations interested in becoming more sustainable. It is one of a series of 13 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region.

This brief handout on project financial management highlights budgeting, what the process can show about possible upcoming challenges, and internal controls.

This slide presentation highlights selecting appropriate methods and techniques based on trainee needs, the trainer's competence and personal style, and the context of the training. It includes taxonomy of methods, arrangement of subgroups, stimulus, role play methods, experiential methods, needs assessment and evaluation.

This manual is meant to serve as an introduction to strategic planning for organizations interested in strengthening their knowledge and promoting collaboration and sustainability within the civic sector. It is one of a series of 12 manuals that was developed as part of the STAND program, which aims to build the capacity of non-profit organizations in Kuwait and the region. It also is available online in English and Arabic. In addition, a brief introductory video is available in English, with Arabic subtitles.