Introduction

Social Protection Systems and Labour Rights form the backbone of inclusive, equitable, and resilient societies in the modern global economy. In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, climate-induced vulnerabilities, informal labour expansion, and shifting global employment patterns, strengthening social protection floors, decent work frameworks, and labour rights enforcement mechanisms has become a strategic development priority. Social Protection Systems and Labour Rights Training Course equips participants with advanced knowledge of rights-based social policy design, universal social protection systems, labour market governance, and ILO-aligned standards to address poverty, inequality, and workforce precarity.

The course integrates contemporary global trends such as gig economy regulation, social security portability, gender-responsive labour policies, and adaptive social protection systems. It emphasizes practical implementation, policy analysis, and institutional strengthening to support governments, NGOs, development agencies, and private sector actors in building sustainable systems that protect workers across formal and informal economies. Participants will gain actionable skills in policy design, monitoring and evaluation, and rights-based advocacy aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 1, 8, and 10).

Programme Curriculum

Social Protection Systems and Labour Rights Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Strengthen understanding of universal social protection systems design
Analyze labour rights frameworks and ILO conventions compliance
Develop capacity in decent work promotion strategies
Assess informal economy transition policies
Apply social protection floor principles (SPF)
Evaluate gender-responsive labour market interventions
Understand gig economy and platform work regulation
Strengthen social security systems reform and portability mechanisms
Design shock-responsive and climate-adaptive social protection systems
Enhance skills in labour inspection and enforcement systems
Promote inclusive employment and youth labour integration
Improve policy monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment
Strengthen advocacy for rights-based social justice and equity frameworks

Target Audience

Government policymakers and labour ministry officials
Social protection program managers
NGO and civil society practitioners
Trade union leaders and labour rights advocates
HR professionals and workforce planners
Development partners and donor agency staff
Researchers and academic institutions
Community-based organization leaders

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Social Protection Systems

Concepts of social protection and welfare state models
Social protection floors and universal coverage
Risk pooling and lifecycle protection
Financing mechanisms (taxation, insurance, donor funding)
Case Study: Brazil’s Bolsa Família program impact on poverty reduction

Module 2: Labour Rights and International Standards

ILO conventions and core labour standards
Freedom of association and collective bargaining
Elimination of forced and child labour
Equal pay and non-discrimination principles
Case Study: Bangladesh garment industry labour reforms post-Rana Plaza

Module 3: Decent Work and Employment Policies

Decent work agenda framework
Employment creation strategies
Labour market activation policies
Youth and women employment inclusion
Case Study: Germany’s apprenticeship and dual training system

Module 4: Informal Economy and Transition Strategies

Characteristics of informal labour markets
Formalization policies and incentives
Social protection for informal workers
Microenterprise and livelihood support systems
Case Study: Kenya’s M-Pesa enabled informal sector financial inclusion

Module 5: Social Security Systems and Reform

Pension systems and retirement security
Health insurance schemes
Unemployment insurance models
Portability and migrant worker protection
Case Study: Rwanda’s community-based health insurance system

Module 6: Gender Equality and Inclusive Labour Systems

Gender wage gap analysis
Care economy and unpaid labour recognition
Women empowerment in labour markets
Gender-based violence workplace policies
Case Study: Iceland’s gender pay equity legislation model

Module 7: Digital Economy and Gig Work Regulation

Platform economy trends and risks
Algorithmic management and worker rights
Digital labour platforms regulation
Social protection for gig workers
Case Study: EU Platform Work Directive developments

Module 8: Shock-Responsive and Climate-Linked Social Protection

Disaster risk and vulnerability mapping
Adaptive social protection systems
Climate resilience and livelihood protection
Emergency cash transfer systems
Case Study: Ethiopia’s Productive Safety Net Programme (PSNP)

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Social security systems labour rights awareness policy analysis benefits protection

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Sep 21 2026

21 Sep — 25 Sep 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000