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Humanitarian communication : Addressing key challenges

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Course Summary

This course explores the complexities of communication during humanitarian crises and disasters. Learn how to effectively communicate with affected populations, media, and other key stakeholders.

Key Learning Points

Understand the importance of effective communication in humanitarian crises
Learn how to develop communication strategies for different contexts
Explore the ethical considerations involved in humanitarian communication

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

Humanitarian Communication Officer
- USA: $60,000 - $90,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 7,50,000
- Spain: €25,000 - €40,000
Emergency Communications Coordinator
- USA: $50,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 6,50,000
- Spain: €20,000 - €35,000
Disaster Response Public Information Officer
- USA: $45,000 - $70,000
- India: INR 3,50,000 - INR 5,50,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €30,000

Learning Outcomes

Develop effective communication strategies for humanitarian crises
Understand the ethical considerations involved in humanitarian communication
Communicate effectively with affected populations, media, and other key stakeholders

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of communication principles
Interest in humanitarian crises and disasters

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced
Video lectures
Quizzes and assignments

Similar Courses

Disaster Management and Risk Reduction
International Humanitarian Law

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Director of Communications, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
Senior Communications Officer, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs

Related Books

Description

Learn how to address the main challenges of communication in humanitarian settings and how to implement a communication plan in the midst of humanitarian action.

Outline

Week 1
Welcome
Structure of the MOOC
Week 1 introduction
The communication process
Communication concept definitions
Communication means evolution
Humanitarian action definition
Humanitarian principles
Specificities of humanitarian communication - Part 1
Specificities of humanitarian communication - Part 2
Week 1 wrap up
Additional material
Additional material
Additional material
Quiz- Week 1

Week 2
Week 2 - Introduction
Introduction to module 1
Understanding the different types of communication - Part 1
Understanding the different types of communication - Part 2
Understanding the different communication structures - Part 1
Understanding the different communication structures - Part 2
Introduction to module 2
Stakeholders analysis
Who is in charge of communicating
Introduction to module 3
Understanding miscommunication
Week 2 - Wrap up
Additional material
Additional material
Communication breakdown scenarios
Quiz - Week 2

Week 3
Week 3 - Introduction
Introduction to Module 1
Ethical challenges - Part 1
Ethical challenges - Part 2
Preventive/crisis communication challenges
Public communication in humanitarian settings: main challenges - Part 1
Public communication in humanitarian settings: main challenges - Part 2
Introduction to Module 2
The importance of listening - Part 1
The importance of listening - Part 2
The importance of body language
Week 3 - Wrap up
Deepen your knowledge on ethical challenges
Deepen your understanding of relationships
Deepen your understanding of public communication
Additional material
Quiz - Week 3

Week 4
Week 4 - Introduction
The communication project cycle
Case study 1
Additional material
Case study
Additional material

Week 5
Week 5 - Introduction
MOOC Conclusion
Additional material

Summary of User Reviews

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the course content to be well-organized and informative.

Pros from User Reviews

The course covers a wide range of topics related to humanitarian communication.
The instructors are knowledgeable and provide real-life examples.
The course is self-paced, which allows students to study at their own pace.
The course provides practical skills that can be applied in the real world.

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be too basic and lacking in depth.
The course may not be suitable for those who are already familiar with the topic.
Some users found the course content to be repetitive.
The course requires a significant time commitment.

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