Nurses International

Free, Accredited, Certified Training:
Foundations of
Humanitarian Action

HumanitarianU is an initiative of NextGenU.org; Our courses are hosted on the NextGenU.org platform.
Nurses International has partnered with Humanitarian U and NextGenU.org to bring you this free certified training

Nurses are the heart of humanitarian care—and the world needs you now more than ever.
As crises and disasters escalate around the globe, your clinical expertise, compassion, and leadership are vital. The Foundations of Humanitarian Action training empowers you to extend your impact beyond the clinic, equipping you with the knowledge and ethical grounding to serve effectively in humanitarian settings.

A First Look at Core Principles and Approaches

1. Introduction to Humanitarian Action

2. Introduction to the Humanitarian Principles

3. Introduction to Human Rights

4. Protection in Humanitarian Action

5. Equity, Gender Equality and Disability Inclusion

6. Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

7. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

8. Child Safeguarding

9. Accountability to Affected Populations and Community Engagement in Humanitarian Action

10. Applying a Child-Centered Approach to Humanitarian Action

11. Well-being and Resilience in Humanitarian Work

12. Using AI Tools Safely in Humanitarian Work