This online course will explore the labour dimensions of the complex intersection of climate change and human mobility.

• Key concepts and dynamics related to climate change, human mobility and the implications on decent work and livelihoods.
• Practical guidance and tools to address the challenges posed by climate-induced mobility and ensure that displacement and migration are integrated in climate change legislation, policies and planning frameworks.
• Policies, strategies, and instruments that enable access to decent work in the context of climate-induced human mobility and climate change adaptation (e.g., social protection, financial services, market-based livelihood interventions, etc.).

By the end of this course, participants will have:

• Explored the dynamics and the complex interactions between climate change and human mobility, including the gender dimensions
• Analysed the impacts, and the range of potential outcomes, of climate-induced human mobility on employment and labour market access for affected people and the implications for decent work 
• Reviewed the scope of the ILO’s Just Transition Guidelines in relation to human mobility
• Established the importance of resilience, sustainability and adaptation strategies, notably green jobs and skills, to mitigate the impacts of climate change
• Recognised the significance of ensuring that climate-related mobility and employment strategies and policies are governed through a rights-based approach based on international labour standards that recognises human dignity and minimises protection gaps.

Course learning materials and tuition will be offered online in English.

The following requirements are therefore essential to participate in this course:

• The ability to use and access a computer with internet
• Working knowledge of written English
• The availability to dedicate per week between 5-10 hours to the course.

By the end of the course, participants will have advanced their knowledge and understanding of the impacts of climate change on human mobility and the decent work implications. They will be able to:

• Analyse international legal and policy frameworks dedicated to addressing human mobility challenges in the context of disasters, climate change and environmental degradation, including the role of free movement agreements and bilateral instruments to facilitate cross-border movement in the context of disasters and climate change 
• Propose relevant legal and policy options to minimize the negative effects of climate change on societies and economies and take advantage of related opportunities for building resilience and ensuring adequate protection to the people affected.

The Turin Centre is known for its innovative learning tools and methodologies.                 

• Course facilitators are subject matter experts and specialists
• Training delivery includes online and tutor based learning opportunities
• Participants exchange knowledge and ideas on existing good practices

This course qualifies for the ITCILO Diploma for Labour Migration Experts and Practitioners. Take the Academy on Labour Migration, three courses out of all eligible courses within a five year period, and complete a capstone project to become part of a global cadre of practitioners and experts with a recognised set of skills in labour migration policy.

The course consists of a number of online modules offered through the eCampus online platform to be completed over a period of six weeks from 30 October to 8 December 2023, for an estimated total of 60 learning hours. The course is broken down into three phases:

• Pre-course learning: Flexible (asynchronous) self-guided online learning on eCampus and an end of phase assessment.
• “Real time” learning: Live interactive sessions and engaging video presentations by highly experienced trainers, blended with individual and collaborative group exercises, peer-to-peer assessment and online technical forums on eCampus.
• End of course assignment: Individual assignment applying ILO Guidelines to the participants’ organization.

Participants who successfully complete all assessments and the final assignment will receive a Certificate of Achievement. The passing grade is 60/100

Interested candidates should register on-line through this link:

Selection will be based on the following criteria:

• Proven work experience in relevant field;
• Submission of a letter of sponsorship to cover the total course fees. The deadline for applications is 15 October 2023.

PRICE

The cost of participation is 980 EUR and is payable in advance by the participant or his or her sponsoring organization.

WITHDRAWAL, CANCELLATION POLICY, AND REFUNDS FOR OPEN COURSES

If an enrolled participant wishes or must withdraw from a course, they may choose to apply to a different course or be substituted by another candidate. The participant must notify the Centre, in writing, of their decision at least 14 days prior to the start date of the course. Cancellation of participation in regular courses will result in the following penalties:

• 14 days or more prior to the start date of the course: No penalty, 100% refund of amount paid less applicable bank charges
• 8 to 13 days prior to the start date of the course: Penalty of 50% of course price, refund of residual amount paid (if any) less applicable bank charges
• 7 days or less prior to the start date of the course: Penalty of 100% of course price.