Enhancing organizational development
Vidnova Education is designed to support Ukrainians working in diaspora organizations or initatives connected to Ukraine in Germany by providing a learning format which can help enhance their organizational development, internal process facilitation, and operational efficiency.
The primary focus is on building resilience and sustainability in challenging environments through intensive training, applied practice, and the development of a collaborative support network for ongoing peer learning and partnerships.
Join our learning program for organizational sustainability
Who should apply?
We’re looking for Ukrainian diaspora and refugee professionals in Germany who:
Multiple participants from the same organization are encouraged to apply.
Vidnova alumni living in Germany are welcome to apply.
Even if you're not currently employed in an organization but are interested in this field, we welcome your application.
Program highlights
Our program combines in-person and online sessions, hands-on fieldwork, and mentorship. You’ll also have the chance to connect with both Ukrainian and German organizations, exploring solutions for sustainability during crises. You can manage your own learning curriculum, tailoring it to your capacity and needs.
What you’ll learn
Organizational development basics
Discover common patterns every organization faces and learn how to navigate them, especially in crisis contexts.
Facilitation skills
Gain tools for effective group discussions, conflict management, and decision-making to build stronger teams.
What you’ll get
- Intensive training and hands-on experience in organizational development and management.
- Ongoing mentorship from experienced professionals to support your journey.
- Access to a toolbox for independently applying new skills within your organization.
Program roadmap
Phase 1
Organizational Development in Crises
- 1–2 November: Offline workshop in Berlin on organizational basics and sustainability
- Field Work (2 weeks): Material for deepening knowledge independently; conducting field research (also possible in your organization) using the Civil Society Toolbox and working with the mentors
- 16 November: Reflective Learning Online – debrief to share insights; identify areas for improvement and prepare for the second intensive phase
Phase 2
Facilitation and Operational Efficiency
- 22–23 November: Offline training in Berlin on facilitation techniques and operational efficiency
- Field Work (3 weeks): Apply new skills in your organization or other settings by conducting a workshop and tackling specific strategic issues with ongoing mentor support (a grant of up to 500 EUR for the workshop will also be available)
- 6 December: “Vidnova Forum on Organizational Sustain_Ability in Times of Crisis”– a networking event that will bring together 60 professionals from civil society organizations that work with Ukraine. The forum will focus on key challenges and solutions for sustaining organizations in times of crisis.
- 13 December:Reflective Learning – debrief to reflect on your experiences and lessons learned
All applicants will be notified about the selection results on October 16th.
The course will be held in both English and Ukrainian languages.
We will take into account your needs shared in the application to shape the program curriculum further and adapt it better to your needs. We look forward to receiving your application!
All logistical expenses will be covered.
For questions or more information, please contact Monica
Vidnova Education is created by Commit by MitOst gGmbH with kind financial support from the German Federal Foreign Office.