Train the Trainer Courses 2009/10 Every effective organization, from global agency to community youth group, is built upon the people within. The objective of best practice should be grounded in the development of the capacity of the people within the organization. At the individual level, this involves a balance of three core elements: knowledge, attitude, and behavior. At the organizational level, systems, environments, and cultures shape a group’s effectiveness. And at the societal level, best practice is built upon an understanding of context and one’s place within that context. Makhampom works with the principal that capacity building starts with the people, through an integrated approach, combining individual, organizational, and societal elements.  Makhampom’s Train the Trainer Courses From one day to one week, Makhampom’s Train the Trainer courses are tailored to the objectives of the participant organization. Participants are facilitated through a dynamic process of games, discussion, drama exercises, exchange, analysis, and presentation, using Makhampom’s unique experiential methodology. Participants will work on the floor, in the environment, in open spaces, using their bodies, using art materials, using design, in small groups, in one-on-one discussion, individually, and in the full group. Courses will include a series of participatory exercises, supported by theoretical presentations by trainers and applied presentations by participants. Makhampom’s trainers are experienced in training in the following topics: • Teamwork, Trust Building & Group Dynamics • Problem Solving & Dispute Resolution • Leadership & Presentation Skills • Cross-Cultural Communication • Community-Based Practice • Cultural Familiarization Who are the Trainers? The Makhampom Foundation is a Thai cultural, educational, and community development organization founded in 1980. Makhampom conducts programs in community cultural development, creative learning, and contemporary theatre performance, and has specialist programs in conflict resolution and refugee support. Its team of professional trainers, work in Thailand and regionally in humanitarian aid & community development sectors, schools and universities, and creative industries. Courses will be facilitated by Dr Richard Barber, Ms Pongjit Saphakhun, and Mr Paluhad Paholkulbutr supported by Makhampom staff-members and volunteers. The courses will be conducted in English or Thai language. Other languages can be accommodated through the use of translators. Where Will the Courses Occur? The Train the Trainer Workshops will be fully hosted by Makhampom at its idyllic rural training centre in Chiang Dao district of Chiang Mai province in northern Thailand. The spectacular location and simple, inspiring living and training environment of the Makhampom Training Centre is an important part of the training experience. Who should attend? The courses are suited to organizations based in Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region and to visitor programs. In particular, staff and personnel from International and Regional Non-Governmental Organizations, Community-based Organizations, Bilateral Government Agencies, and Educational Institutions and participants of International Volunteer Programs or Educational Exchange Programs will benefit from the Makhampom training. What will be gained? The courses will focus on providing personal and organizational development outcomes, complimented by applied training in the specialized topic areas. Expected outcomes include: • Improved self-awareness of capacity, role, and responsibilities • Increased ethical standards, integrity, ethic • Improved teamwork and relations within the organization • Strengthening of workplace cultures and environments • New skills and techniques in group facilitation • Increased understanding of work sector context • Problem solving strategies Course Booking Arrangements Courses will be tailored to the needs of the participant organization following initial expressions of interest. Workshops can be designed from a minimum of 2 days to a maximum of 10 days. Participant numbers should not exceed 30 people, with preferred group sizes of 10-20 participants. Costs will be based on the course design and participant numbers. Cost guidelines can be provided on request. Note: Makhampom trainers may also travel to other locations if required.   For enquiries and bookings, please contact Dr Richard Barber at 08 9112 7154 (within Thailand) or 668 9112 7154 (outside Thailand). Expressions of interest can be sent by email to makhampom2@hotmail.com or by fax to (662) 6168474 Previous Train the Trainer Courses Previous participant organizations in Makhampom Train the Trainer courses include the UN ISDR International Secretariat personnel, International Rescue Committee legal officers and community trainers, RMIT University International Social Work field work lecturers and students, and Thai Health Foundation partner agency representatives. Comments ’’The Makhampom training of trainers was invaluable for IRC’’s Legal Assistance Center Project team.It went well beyound normal TOTs to help us develop a much broader prospective on training workshops, and different methods of exploring information, Ideas and issuse. The focus on ’’meeting them where they are’’ has helped us to ensure that our workshops in refugee camp communities are relevant, responsive and  interesting. Most importantly, it has helped us to ensure they are fun. And what better place to learn than Makhampom’’s beautiful Chiang Dao base;’’ Shane Scanlon, Legal Assistance Centre, IRC ‘I would strongly recommend anyone with the chance to taste a bit of ‘Makhampom magic’ -it will stay with you for life’ Kate Breen, Director -Burma Program, International Rescue Committee  ‘Richard and Jon [Pongjit] are the best facilitators in the Asia Pacific region…’ Moses Havini, Bougainville Interim Government  Download  Train The Trainer