Service Description

We support civil society organisations, networks and coalitions to design and implement effective advocacy strategies, build strong alliances, and increase their influence on policy and decision-making. Our support combines practical training, strategy development and ongoing mentoring, and is always tailored to context, capacity and ambition. We draw on a well-tested advocacy and coalition-building toolbox and extensive experience across regions, issues and organisational settings. Our services 1. Advocacy training We design and deliver interactive advocacy trainings (typically 3–4 days residential or online) that strengthen participants’ ability to plan, adapt and implement advocacy initiatives. Trainings cover core elements such as power and context analysis, advocacy strategies, influencing tactics, messaging and adaptive advocacy practice, using practical tools such as the Advocacy Canvas. 2. Coalition-building training We support organisations and networks to build, manage and strengthen advocacy coalitions (typically 3–4 days). Trainings focus on coalition design, governance and roles, trust-building, collective decision-making and managing diversity of interests, with a strong emphasis on real-world challenges and dynamics. 3. Combined advocacy and coalition-building training Where advocacy and coalition work are closely linked, we offer integrated trainings that address both together (typically 4-5 days) . These programmes help participants align advocacy strategies with coalition structures and processes, ensuring that alliances are effective vehicles for influence rather than obstacles to action. 4. Advocacy strategy development Beyond training, we support organisations and coalitions to develop concrete, context-specific advocacy strategies. This includes facilitated workshops, in-depth context and power analysis, clarification of goals and pathways to change, and the design of realistic, actionable advocacy plans. 5. Mentoring and implementation support We provide mentoring and accompaniment during the implementation of advocacy strategies. This support helps teams reflect on progress, adapt to changing contexts, strengthen internal coordination, and respond strategically to emerging opportunities and risks. Please email us for an intro session: joachim@civilsocietyacademy.de