Operational Research for Humanitarians
Learn evidence-based decision-making in humanitarian settings. Develop research skills for effective action in complex environments.
Learn evidence-based decision-making in humanitarian settings. Develop research skills for effective action in complex environments.
This course provides humanitarian professionals and junior researchers with fundamental knowledge and skills to engage with research in humanitarian settings. It covers the importance of evidence in decision-making, research methodologies, ethical considerations, and translating findings into action. The curriculum moves through core research concepts, exploring how to conduct studies in challenging humanitarian contexts, and emphasizing ethical practices and community engagement. Participants will learn to assess evidence quality, adapt research methods to humanitarian settings, and effectively communicate findings to influence policy and practice. Designed by academic and humanitarian institutions, this course bridges the gap between research and practice, aiming to make humanitarian responses more evidence-based.
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What you'll learn
Understand the importance of evidence in humanitarian decision-making
Develop skills to formulate research questions and select appropriate study designs
Learn to adapt research methods for humanitarian settings
Gain knowledge of ethical considerations and community engagement in research
Acquire skills to translate research findings into policy and practice
Understand accountability in humanitarian research and action
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1.3 Hours PreRecorded video
27 quizzes, 5 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course equips humanitarian professionals and researchers with essential skills for evidence-based decision-making in complex humanitarian settings. It covers the fundamentals of research methodologies, ethical considerations, and practical application of research findings. Participants will learn to critically evaluate evidence, adapt research methods to challenging contexts, and effectively translate research into actionable insights. The curriculum emphasizes community engagement, ethical practices, and the nuances of conducting research in humanitarian environments. By bridging academic rigor with practical application, this course aims to enhance the effectiveness and accountability of humanitarian actions through evidence-based approaches.
Why conduct research in humanitarian settings
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Research questions and study designs
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Conducting research in humanitarian settings
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Ethics and community engagement
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Translating knowledge into action
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Humanitarian Public Health Researcher and MOOC Coordinator
Benjamin, the coordinator of this MOOC, is a humanitarian public health researcher affiliated with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). Holding a Master's in Global Health from the University of Copenhagen, he brings a background in business, economics, and management to his work. His research focuses on public health and the private sector, equitable health systems, and sustainability, with a recent focus on chronic disease care in humanitarian settings. Benjamin co-authored a chapter in the 2021 Handbook of Global Health and advocates for equitable partnerships and dismantling global power structures in health research. His interests also extend to leadership development and embodied learning experiences, having previously contributed to the Future Leaders program for young professionals.
Director of the Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies
Professor Karl Blanchet is the Director of the Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies and a Professor in Humanitarian Public Health at the University of Geneva. Prior to his current role, he worked at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, where he co-founded the Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre. His research focuses on health system resilience and public health issues in conflict-affected regions, with particular attention to women, adolescents, and child health in humanitarian settings. He has developed innovative research methodologies based on complexity science and is involved in creating essential health service packages for countries like Afghanistan. Additionally, Professor Blanchet is the Academic Director of InZone, which offers university courses for refugees, and he participates in various global health initiatives, including the WHO technical working groups. He teaches courses such as "Operational Research for Humanitarians" and has published extensively on topics related to health in humanitarian crises.
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