The Humanitarian Coordination and the Cluster Approach

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This module will introduce you to the humanitarian system and the humanitarian coordination, its history and foundational principles. Additionally, you will learn all about the cluster approach, the cluster architecture and the cluster functions.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• Be informed about the history and the origins of the Humanitarian system and the humanitarian coordination. 
• Understand "who does what" within the humanitarian coordination system at global and at country level.
• Know more about the cluster approach, its activation and deactivation, the cluster architecture and the cluster functions.
• Engage with the Minimum Commitments for participation  in cluster mechanisms (including sector coordination), the Humanitarian Principles and the Principles of Partnership.

Audience

This module is an introductory-level course aimed at anyone who is interested in developing skills and knowledge in  cluster coordination in humanitarian contexts, and who needs to engage with humanitarian architecture on this topic. It is part of the recommended learning path for cluster partners and cluster coordination teams at national and sub-national level.

Length

It should take you about 45 minutes to complete this self-paced course. 

Methodology

This course is composed of a single short self-paced animated module, including various examples and activities. 

Contact details

For technical issues, you can contact https://www.nutritioncluster.net/Ask_question