GAD FOCAL POINT SYSTEM STRENGTHENING: ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND BEST PRACTICES

About Course

This 8-hour online training course is designed to strengthen the capacity of Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point System (GFPS) members in implementing gender-responsive programs, projects, and policies in accordance with Philippine GAD mandates. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of their legal and institutional roles, acquire tools for planning and reporting, and explore best practices across public and private sectors. This course aims to enhance GFPS performance in mainstreaming GAD in organizational systems and culture.

Explain the legal basis, structure, and function of the GFPS in the Philippines.
Describe the specific roles and responsibilities of GFPS members at different levels.
Develop and evaluate GAD Plans and Budgets (GPBs) and GAD Accomplishment Reports (GAD ARs).
Apply gender analysis tools and indicators to assess organizational performance.
Identify and implement best practices in GAD mainstreaming.
Strengthen GFPS operations, documentation, and coordination mechanisms.

Course Content

MODULE 1: FOUNDATIONS OF GAD AND GFPS

Introduction
Lesson 1: Introduction to Gender and Development (GAD)
Lesson 2: Legal and Policy Framework on GAD in the Philippines
Lesson 3: Understanding the GFPS: Mandate, Structure, and Function
Lesson 4: Institutionalizing GFPS in Organizations

MODULE 2: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GFPS MEMBERS

MODULE 3: GAD PLANNING AND BUDGETING

MODULE 4: GENDER ANALYSIS TOOLS AND APPLICATION

MODULE 5: STRENGTHENING GFPS MECHANISMS AND SYSTEMS

MODULE 6: CASE STUDIES AND BEST PRACTICES

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MARICEL HONEY MADRONA

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The training emphasized the laws supporting the GFPS such as the Magna Carta of Women (RA 9710), the PCW Guidelines, and other GAD-related policies.

This helped me understand why gender mainstreaming is not just a program but a legal obligation of government agencies, LGUs, SUCs, and even private institutions.

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What Will You Learn?

Course Content

MODULE 1: FOUNDATIONS OF GAD AND GFPS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Introduction to Gender and Development (GAD)

Lesson 2: Legal and Policy Framework on GAD in the Philippines

Lesson 3: Understanding the GFPS: Mandate, Structure, and Function

Lesson 4: Institutionalizing GFPS in Organizations

MODULE 2: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GFPS MEMBERS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Roles of the Chairperson, Secretariat, and Members

Lesson 2: Functions of the GFPS Technical Working Group

Lesson 3: GFPS at the Local Government Unit and National Agency Levels

Lesson 4: Creating an Effective GFPS Work Plan

MODULE 3: GAD PLANNING AND BUDGETING

Introduction

Lesson 1: Introduction to GAD Planning and Budgeting Process

Lesson 2: Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing GAD Plans and Budgets (GPB)

Lesson 3: Preparing GAD Accomplishment Reports (GAD ARs)

Lesson 4: Common Pitfalls and Audit Compliance Issues in GAD Budgeting

Lesson 5: Tools and Templates for GAD Planning and Reporting

MODULE 4: GENDER ANALYSIS TOOLS AND APPLICATION

Introduction

Lesson 1: Introduction to Gender Analysis

Lesson 2: Using the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG)

Lesson 3: Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF)

Lesson 4: Conducting Gender Audits in Institutions

MODULE 5: STRENGTHENING GFPS MECHANISMS AND SYSTEMS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Effective Coordination and Communication in GFPS

Lesson 2: GFPS Documentation and Record-Keeping

Lesson 3: Capacity Building for GFPS Members

Lesson 4: Monitoring and Evaluating GFPS Performance

MODULE 6: CASE STUDIES AND BEST PRACTICES

Introduction

Lesson 1: Successful GFPS Implementation in National Government Agencies

Lesson 2: Best Practices from Local Government Units

Lesson 3: GFPS Innovations in NGOs and the Private Sector

Lesson 4: Documenting and Sharing GAD Success Stories

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