We lead the synergy of sustainable integrated development with our growing network of partners and amplify their impact in nation-building.
Serving both as a network and an NGO itself, ICODE collaborates with organizations and constituents to provide support and advocate for the development of communities with efforts that aim to reach even the far-flung regions of Iloilo.
As a network, ICODE conducts training, mentorship, and seminars for its community of NGOs to enhance their proficiency in the following aspects:
As an NGO, on the other hand, ICODE carries out development projects for the growth and rehabilitation of local communities with the support of local and international partners who share the same vision for community transformation by creating opportunities that unlock new possibilities for progress.
With over 30 years of experience, ICODE has established a capable network in capacity building to encourage and empower NGOs to directly participate in people-centered, equity-led, and sustainable integrated development.
Sharing quality resources facilitated by experts and seasoned practitioners, ICODE’s Learning Resource Hub offers courses in political, socio-cultural, economic, and environmental development to build the foundation of sustainable transformation for local Iloilo communities.
The Participatory Local Governance (PLG) course offers modules that develop and enhance LGU and CSO collaborations and consultations to instill transparency and accountability.
Promoting active participation of the people, this course strengthens their capacities in local development processes such as policy improvement, government engagement, and making local governance more accessible to communities.
2 Days
Teaching the value of people’s participation in Local Development Council and Local Special Bodies for accreditation of CSO leaders in local government processes
2 Days
Enhancing the CSO leaders’ attitudes, skills, and knowledge on what makes a good institutional governance and leadership
2 Days
Revisiting the common sectoral agenda of local development councils to reformulate appropriate agenda for engagement with the LGU
3 Days
Acquiring practical skills on how to effectively participate in the Local Public Development
4 Days
Teaching good practices of transparent and accountable governance to develop competencies for leadership
2 Days
Learning the art of effective CSO engagement with LGUs and the public sector
2 Days
Acquiring skills in participatory M&E
3 Days
Learning about different leadership styles and emerging leadership characteristics in local governance
The DRRM-CCA course offers comprehensive training modules for members of the DRRM Council, vulnerable groups, and emergency response teams.
With lectures, workshops, structured learning exercises, and field exposures for a controlled number of participants, this course builds the capacity of communities with proper knowledge
for emergency response and
ecological development.
1 Day
Understanding the basic concepts and situations
of DRRM and climate change
2 Days
Understanding the historical and legal framework of DRRM in the Philippines and its link to poverty and sustainable development
2 Days
Identifying challenges and gaps among citizens in the CSO in DRRM Councils and Committees and advocate for policy improvement
2 Days
Reviewing DRRM-CCA planning processes, to understand the use of CDRA Assessment Tools and Map
2 Days
Instilling a culture of preparedness by teaching the the importance of Community Managed Disaster Preparedness and Planning
3 Days
Understanding the Link of DRR/CCA Information to data to LDP/LIDP and LPRAP and Contingency Planning Tool
3 Days
Identifying climate change risk and develop future planning frameworks to address the worst-case scenario
1 Day
Enhancing the capacity to use ecosystems Resource Profile / Maps / LCCAP to craft adaptive and mitigative mechanisms and biodiversity protection measures
2 Days
Understanding the importance of a localized ecosystems-based approach
3 Days
Learning and applying innovative investments in climate smart livelihood, agriculture, forestry, and fisheries
3 Days
Developing innovative and winning project concepts and proposals for resource generation and management support
The Social Enterprise Development (SED) course offers modules that teach business development strategies to community-based enterprises (CBEs) or people’s organizations (POs) engaged in social enterprise initiatives.
Promoting financial sustainability, this course applies commercial strategies to maximize social impact and profit to improve environmental and community well-being.
1 Day
Enhancing the entrepreneurial capability and developing entrepreneurial mindset of the community
5 Days
Developing the skills of the participants in preparing business plans
2 Days
Learning different marketing strategies and how to prepare the marketing plan
2 Days
Understanding the principles and concepts of financial management and prepare basic financial reports
2 Days
Understanding how financial recording and bookkeeping works with practice on how to record of business transactions
2 Days
Teaching the different costing and pricing techniques and practice these in real business operation
The Organizational Development (OD) course offers modules that teach system-wide process of data collection, diagnosis, action planning, intervention, and evaluation to CSOs.
Aimed to improve an organization’s structure, this course enhances organizational processes, strategies, people, and culture by developing creative solutions to strengthen their self-renewing capacity.
2 Days
Understanding the OD concept, theories, principles and processes
2 Days
Teaching the theoretical and experiential aspects of Organization Development
2 Days
Practicing the use of different data gathering tools, analysis, and possible interventions about the proposed change
2 Days
Identifying appropriate intervention strategies for different levels and systems and developing an effective evaluation strategies
2 Days
Understanding the different organizational complexities and how to manage them
Join our growing NGO network and help spark progress for Iloilo communities.
Iloilo Caucus of Development Non-Government Organizations, Inc. is a dynamic, responsive, and committed network of non-government organizations (NGOs) in Iloilo that takes the lead in synergizing efforts for development with responsive and relevant capacity-building programs that transform local communities.
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