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Training & Capacity Building

Equipping individuals, communities, and institutions with the knowledge, skills, and tools to drive sustainable development independently — from water management to AI literacy.

Our Philosophy

Training That Creates Independence, Not Dependency

Every SATAF project includes a capacity-building component. We believe that communities should own and manage the solutions we deliver. Our training programs are designed to transfer knowledge, build confidence, and develop skills that outlast our presence.

500+
Community Members Trained
300+
Teachers & Health Workers
200+
Government Officials
15+
Training Programs
8
States Reached
Water & Sanitation

Water Management & WASH Training

Water management & WASH training — community technicians
01
Community Water Management Training
Training community water management committees to operate, maintain, and collect usage fees for sustainable borehole and water system management. Covers pump maintenance, record keeping, and financial management.
02
Water Quality Testing & Monitoring
Teaching community members to use water testing kits and interpret results. Training on safe water handling, storage, and household water treatment methods.
03
Hygiene & Sanitation (WASH) Promotion
Behaviour change communication workshops on handwashing, latrine use, food hygiene, and menstrual hygiene management. Training community health promoters as WASH champions.
04
Climate & Environment Awareness
Community education on climate change impacts on water resources, conservation practices, tree planting, and watershed protection for long-term water security.
Public Healthcare

Health Worker Capacity Building

Community Health

Community Health Worker Training

Training frontline community health workers (CHWs) on disease prevention, health promotion, referral protocols, and basic first aid. CHWs become the first point of contact for healthcare in communities without facilities.

Maternal Health

Traditional Birth Attendant Upgrade Training

Upgrading the skills of Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) with safe delivery techniques, newborn care, danger sign recognition, and emergency referral linkages to formal health facilities.

AI Tools

AfyaConnect AI Health Worker Training

Training health workers at pilot facilities to use the AfyaConnect AI platform for patient triage, emergency dispatch, and specialist consultation referrals. Includes practical simulation sessions and troubleshooting guidance.

Disease Surveillance

Epidemic Preparedness Training

Building community and facility-level capacity for early disease detection, rapid response, and public health messaging during outbreak events. Covers cholera, meningitis, malaria, and emerging disease protocols.

Nutrition

Community Nutrition Education

Training caregivers on infant and young child feeding, growth monitoring, malnutrition identification, and therapeutic feeding management at the community level.

Mental Health

Psychosocial Support Training

Building the capacity of community leaders and health workers to identify and provide basic psychosocial support for community members affected by trauma, displacement, and mental health challenges.

Education & Digital Skills

Digital Literacy & AI Training

01
Foundational Digital Literacy
Introductory computer skills training for community members with no prior digital experience. Covers hardware use, typing, internet navigation, email, and basic productivity software.
02
AI Fundamentals for Development Professionals
Accessible introductions to artificial intelligence, machine learning concepts, and practical AI tools for NGO staff, government officials, and development practitioners. No technical background required.
03
Data Analysis for Community Programs
Training program staff and government officials on data collection, analysis, and visualisation for monitoring and evaluation of development programs. Uses Google Sheets, KoboToolbox, and basic data tools.
04
Coding Bootcamps for Youth
Short-course coding bootcamps for secondary school students and young adults, covering web development, Python fundamentals, and problem-solving skills relevant to African technology entrepreneurship.
Digital skills & AI training — equipping African innovators
Schools & Educators

Teacher & School Administrator Training

Pedagogy

Child-Centred Teaching Methods

Professional development in learner-centred pedagogy, formative assessment, inclusive education, and teaching strategies that improve learning outcomes in overcrowded classrooms.

STEM Education

Science & Mathematics Teaching

Subject-specific training for primary and secondary school teachers in mathematics, science, and practical investigation methods to improve student performance in key subjects.

School Leadership

Headteacher & Administrator Training

School management training for headteachers covering financial management, community engagement, staff supervision, and school improvement planning.

Girls’ Education

Gender-Responsive Teaching Training

Training teachers to identify and address gender barriers in the classroom, create safe learning environments for girls, and engage parents in supporting girls’ continued education.

Government & Institutional

Government Capacity Building

Health Systems

Digital Health Systems Training

Training state Ministry of Health staff on electronic health records, health information systems, and the AfyaConnect AI government dashboard for evidence-based resource allocation.

Water Policy

WASH Policy & Planning

Workshops for local government water department staff on WASH policy implementation, monitoring frameworks, budget planning, and community engagement strategies.

M&E

Monitoring & Evaluation Training

Building government and NGO staff capacity in program monitoring, data quality assurance, impact evaluation design, and results reporting for accountability to communities and donors.

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In Action

Empowering Rural Girls in Gombe — A Story of Community
Empowering Rural Girls in Gombe — A Story of Community
Sustainable Clean Water Training — WaterAid Nigeria
Sustainable Clean Water Training — WaterAid Nigeria

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We design and deliver customised training programs for NGOs, government agencies, schools, and community organisations. Get in touch to discuss your needs.