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PIA today has over 2000 alumni from 35 countries and has linkages with several universities in India and Canada for course development, course teaching and internships.

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Online Self-Learning Courses

Self-paced courses designed for diverse learners in the development sector, catering to varied learning needs.

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Learning Circles

A unique, informal space where learners connect with thematic specialists to explore, reflect, and co-create knowledge.

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Hybrid Training Workshops

A blended learning process combining online self-study with in-person workshops led by expert trainers.

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HEI Learning Visits

Observe the process in action, get practical insights into the development sector- designed for students and faculty.

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About PRIA International Academy

Established in 2005 as the educational arm of PRIA (Participatory Research in Asia), PRIA International Academy (PIA) advances PRIA’s mission to empower citizens and institutions through knowledge and capacity building. Drawing on over four decades of PRIA’s practical experience, PIA...

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Vision

PRIA International Academy (PIA), established in 2005, offers educational opportunities to university students and development professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills.

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Mission

The educational courses offered by PRIA International Academy (PIA) are the perfect blend of PRIA's practice based experience and academic rigour.

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Facilitating Learning: An Introduction to Participatory Training Methodology

Master the art of designing and facilitating participatory training programmes.

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Facilitating Learning: An Introduction to Participatory Training Methodology

Master the art of designing and facilitating participatory training programmes.

This foundational course offers an introduction to participatory training—a methodology rooted in adult learning principles that values experience-sharing, active engagement, and collective reflection. While it does not aim to create master tra...
₹ 501.00 ₹ 1600.00
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Beginner’s Guide to Social Accountability and Participation

Beginner’s Guide to Social Accountability and Participation

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Beginner’s Guide to Social Accountability and Participation

Beginner’s Guide to Social Accountability and Participation

Governance is realised by citizens through their access to services such as health, education, sanitation, identification documents, transportation, and more. The effectiveness and relevance of these services determine the quality of governance syste...
₹ 1200.00 ₹ 2000.00
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Sport for Development (S4D): Plan, Act, Grow

Sport for Development (S4D): Plan, Act, Grow

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Sport for Development (S4D): Plan, Act, Grow

Sport for Development (S4D): Plan, Act, Grow

Sport has long been a powerful social connector, but using it intentionally as a tool for development is a relatively recent phenomenon. Today, governments, NGOs, sports federations and other stakeholders are recognizing its potential to inspire comm...
₹ 3000.00 ₹ 5400.00
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Introduction to Sport for Development

Discover how sport can be used as a powerful tool for social change.

(4.80 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Introduction to Sport for Development

Discover how sport can be used as a powerful tool for social change.

Sport has enjoyed universal appeal for much of human history and its importance to society continues to be the object of contemporary research, literature, and media. As a cultural activity, it shows its prevalence all over the world and is widely co...
₹ 1200.00 ₹ 1600.00
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Working with Panchayats

Learn how to effectively engage and collaborate with Panchayats for local development.

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Working with Panchayats

Learn how to effectively engage and collaborate with Panchayats for local development.

Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) at the villages, blocks and districts are the foundation of local self-governance in India. The Constitution of India envisages PRIs responsible for preparing “local plans for economic development and social j...
₹ 1200.00 ₹ 1600.00
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Measuring Development: Participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment

Learn to assess the relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of development programmes.

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Measuring Development: Participatory Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment

Learn to assess the relevance, effectiveness, and sustainability of development programmes.

How can we measure development? In recent years, concerns about effective management and results-oriented approaches to development projects and programmes have gained momentum. The adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), along with the...
₹ 1200.00 ₹ 1600.00
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Sport for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment

Sport for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment

(5.00 / 5 Ratings)
Certificate upon Completion
Sport for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment

Sport for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment

Gender equality is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of sustainable societies. While progress has been made globally, barriers such as discrimination, stereotypes and underrepresentation of women in leadership persist. Increasingly, stakeho...
₹ 1200.00 ₹ 2000.00
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Hear From Our Participants

The course was comprehensive, eclectic and integrative in nature, thus having immense relevance for public, private and civil society leadership engaged in promoting just, democratic and accountable planning and governance systems and structures.

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Mohammad Ahsan Khan, Executive Director, Rural Development Project (RDP)

"Faculty and staff at the PRIA International Academy have been valued collaborators for nearly 20 years. We have worked together to design various learning experiences, including graduate level curriculum and internship placements for Canadian students wanting to learn more about participatory processes. PRIA's attention to relationship and innovative approach has expanded how I see the world."

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Catherine Etmanski, PhD (Professor, Royal Roads University, Victoria, Canada)

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