Resettlement Action Planning & Implementation Short Course

Resettlement Action Planning & Implementation Training

Course Overview.

This hands-on Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) and Implementation course is crucial for anyone keen on understanding the approaches adopted and recommended by International Financial Corporation (IFC) in ensuring affected displaced persons are compensated accordingly for their losses.

Beyond that the course will addresses key concepts, tools, and techniques necessary to acquire land and manage resettlement of development induced displaced people. We shall also provide understanding of international best practices, Legal, Policy and implementation perspectives for resettlement.

                    Learning Modules

Introduction to Land Acquisition, Resettlement, and Rehabilitation

• Overview of land acquisition processes
• Principles of resettlement and rehabilitation
• Ethical considerations and human rights aspects

Concept of Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) and Implementation

• IFC Performance Standard 5 Land Acquisition and Involuntary Resettlement
• Discourse on Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)
• Types of Resettlement Action Plan (RAP)

Social Impact Assessment

• Methods for conducting social impact assessments
• Identifying and addressing vulnerable groups
• Assessing livelihood impacts and restoration strategies
• Gender considerations in resettlement planning
• Preparing social impact assessment reports

Environmental Impact Assessment

• Overview of environmental impact assessment (EIA) processes
• Identifying and mitigating environmental risks
• Integrating EIA with social impact assessment
• Preparing environmental management plans
• Monitoring and reporting environmental impacts

A Legal Framework for Land Acquisition and Compensation

• Relocations Resulting From different land use projects
• Local Laws and Customs Governing Resettlement:
• Requirements of the Land Use Act
• International Best Practice Standards and Guidelines

Compensation Framework

• Resettlement Guide for People Affected by Dam Development
• Eligibility for Assistance
• Responsibility and Schedule for Compensation Payment
• RAP compensation framework

Resettlement Assistance and Livelihood Resettlement

• Selection and Preparation of the Resettlement Site
• Influx Management
• Relocation Schedule and Assistance
• Replacement of services and Enterprises
• Treatment of cultural property
• Special assistance for women and vulnerable groups

Organizational Responsibilities

• Establishing a Resettlement Unit
• Staffing and Budget
• Resettlement Coordination Committees

Consultation and Participation

• Information Exchange
• Promoting Participation
• Grievance Redress
• Objectives of the Grievance Mechanism
• Management Process
• Grievance Management Module

 Monitoring and Evaluation

• Performance Monitoring
• Impact Monitoring
• Completion Audit
• Implementation Checklist

Financial Management and Budgeting

• Budgeting for land acquisition and resettlement activities
• Financial planning and resource allocation
• Managing compensation payments and disbursements
• Cost-benefit analysis of resettlement projects
• Financial reporting and accountability

Way forward After the Training

Participants will develop a work plan through the help of facilitators that stipulates application of skills acquired in improving their organizations. ASPM will monitor implementation progress after the training.

Training Evaluation:

Participants will undertake a simple assessment before the training to gauge knowledge and skills in the field and another assessment will be done after the training in-order to monitor knowledge gained through the training.