Inclusive Tool Development Training in Cameroon and Nigeria
Category
Capacity Building IASC-Guidelines Pilot Countries
The our project recently conducted an inclusive tool development training in Cameroon and Nigeria. The training was part of efforts to operationalize the Inter-Agency Standing Committees (IASC) Guidelines on the inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian action. Christian Blind Mission e.V. (CBM) facilitated these sessions to enhance the capabilities of humanitarian actors in developing and adapting tools that consider the specific needs and perspectives of persons with disabilities.
Where?
In Cameroon, the training was jointly organized by CBM and UNICEF in Buea, the capital of the Southwest region, from June 19th to 21st, 2024. It drew 26 participants (9 women and 17 men) from 19 organizations, including international and non-governmental organizations, and UN agencies. Similarly, in Nigeria, CBM held the training in Maiduguri, in crisis-affected Northeast Nigeria, from July 2nd to 4th, 2024. It was attended by 44 participants (17 women and 27 men) representing various international and local organizations, as well as UN agencies.
What was the training focus?
The primary focus of the two highly interactive and practical trainings was to develop the capacities of staff involved in programs, including monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL), who frequently develop and utilize tools for data collection. The objective was to ensure that participants have the capacity to review and adapt their own tools to effectively incorporate the needs of persons with disabilities in daily humanitarian activities.
What comes next for the participants?
Participants had the opportunity to review existing tools and strategies, making necessary adjustments to enhance inclusivity. At the conclusion of each training, organizations developed action plans to implement inclusive approaches moving forward. Feedback from participants indicated a high level of satisfaction, with many expressing confidence in their newfound ability to develop inclusive tools and ensure meaningful participation of people with disabilities in their humanitarian interventions.

(c) CBM