Advocacy and Coalition-Building Training

NGOs Forum, in collaboration with the International Council of Voluntary Agencies (ICVA) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC), delivered a specialized three-day training on advocacy and coalition building for 36 representatives of national organizations.

The training was initially planned to take place in person in Aden. However, due to the political circumstances affecting the area in February 2026, the programme was adapted to an online format, ensuring its continued implementation.

The training focused on strengthening participants’ understanding and practical application of advocacy and coalition-building approaches. Key areas included identifying advocacy priorities, stakeholder analysis, developing advocacy messages, engaging decision-makers, coordinating positions, and working collectively on shared issues.

The initiative forms part of the Forum’s broader efforts to connect capacity strengthening with collective action and more structured advocacy, supporting national organizations to articulate their priorities and contribute more effectively to humanitarian processes and decision-making.