The Weitz Center for Sustainable Development conducts several international training courses annually on topics related to sustainable development. Each course is sponsored by the Israeli Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and hosted at the Weitz Center facilities in Rehovot, Israel. The courses are open to professionals from a diverse range of developing (and transitioning) countries who seek to learn how to leverage local assets for strategic development. Our training methodology originates from the understanding that all localities, regardless of their current status, hold assets which can contribute to sustainable development and that empowering individuals and communities plays a critical role in this process. Participants engage in a hands-on, intensive learning experience for an average of 25 days, benefiting from instructive experience gained from Israeli experts, industry leaders and one another through lectures, site visits and interactive sessions. All topics are examined through an interdisciplinary approach, bringing together professionals and participants from public, private and third party sectors for a unique, integrated experience.
More than 5,000 professionals have taken part in these international MASHAV training programs. The Center focuses on empowering the participants to build on their assets for Local Economic Development. See below for information about our upcoming 2018 courses.
More than 5,000 professionals have taken part in these international MASHAV training programs. The Center focuses on empowering the participants to build on their assets for Local Economic Development. See below for information about our upcoming 2018 courses.
2018 courses will cover a diverse range of topics:
Dates22.4.18-16.5.18 Application Deadline - Feb. 23rd, 2018 21.5.18-8.6.18 Application Deadline- March 3rd,2018 |
Clean Technologies – Environmental technology, innovation and
management systems as a means for regional and local economic development The international training on Clean-Tech: is designed to expose participants to Policies and national programs for clean-tech development ; Law and regulation implementation for renewable energy , energy efficiency and water conservation; Advocacy for and promotion of clean-tech; Platforms, networks and cooperation for new technology implementation at the regional level; Innovation support systems, SME and entrepreneurship support for clean-tech development. To download an application form, click here. Addressing the Urbanization Challenge
Slums and the complex web of challenges causing their existence and resulting from their existence is one of the greatest challenges faced by decision makers in the urban sphere. The international training Addressing the Urbanization Challenge is designed to empower participants to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing urbanization challenges – one that maintains financial and management mechanisms while integrating land use planning, construction of infrastructure, stimulation of economic growth, provision of social and health services, promotion of social cohesion and environmental protection. To download an application form, click here. Upcoming Courses
Later on this year we will launch a course on “Water Technologies and Management” that will take place in November, followed by our course on “Green Growth” in December – dates and information will be published later this year. |