The Defenders Coalition Human Rights Defenders Academy (HRD Academy) is an annual one-week forum for human rights defenders in Kenya. The application deadline is not specified – please see official page.
The Academy takes place ahead of Human Rights Day. It provides training, protection support, and capacity-building for Kenyan human rights defenders. In addition, it helps participants strengthen advocacy skills and connect with regional and international human rights mechanisms.
Key Details:
Application Deadline: Not specified – please see official page
Eligible Countries: Kenya
Event Date / Duration: One week (annual)
Event Location: Kenya (national)
Funding/Benefits: Not specified – please see official page
About this Event
The Defenders Coalition Human Rights Defenders Academy is organized by Defenders Coalition (National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders). It is designed as a practical learning and networking forum for human rights defenders based in Kenya.
During the Academy, participants receive training on priority topical issues. They also build capacity for protection, resilience, and advocacy. As a result, the program supports defenders to carry out their work more effectively.
The event also creates space for peer learning. Participants can share experiences, exchange good practices, and build networks with other defenders. Moreover, the Academy strengthens participants’ ability to engage regional and international human rights mechanisms.
- Trainings on various priority topical issues
- Capacity building for protection, resilience and advocacy
- Skills and knowledge to support human rights work
- Networking and peer learning opportunities
- Exposure to regional and international human rights mechanisms
Who Should Attend
This opportunity is open to human rights defenders based in Kenya.
Award Provider: Defenders Coalition (National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders)
Eligibility: Human rights defenders based in Kenya
How to Apply
Interested applicants should review the official event page for current application instructions, dates, and participation requirements. Since some details are not specified in the available information, it is important to use the official page as the primary source.
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