Training

This section connects you to a global ecosystem of learning for community-centred initiatives. Here you can explore in-depth training programmes, discover our national schools project, and find open calls for upcoming courses, among other resources. It is your gateway to building the technical, social, and managerial capacities needed to launch and sustain your community-led project.

Training in Progress

Training Programme for ICT Network Managers in Latin America and the Caribbean 2025–2026

The Training Programme for ICT Network Managers in Indigenous and Rural Communities 2025-2026 is being conducted. This capacity-building initiative, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in collaboration with the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), Rhizomatica, and REDES A.C., combines:

• 5 online courses (June-December 2025)
• 1 in-person bootcamp (first quarter of 2026)

Status: Applications closed. Programme in progress.

These courses are being conducted through our online platform at moodle@rhizomatica.org

Focus Areas
• Community-centered connectivity solutions
• Digital accessibility and inclusion
• Sustainable ICT project management
• Gender perspective approach

Course Details

  1. Community Communication Project Development
  2. Fundamentals of Electricity and Solar Energy
  3. Telecommunications and Community Networks
  4. Regulatory Framework for Telecommunications and Broadcasting
  5. Project Sustainability

Training for Community Network Leaders in Africa

We are conducting the Blended Training Programme for ICT Network Managers in Indigenous and Rural Communities Across Africa. This capacity-building initiative is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in collaboration with the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), Rhizomatica Communications, and the African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI).
The curriculum blends five online courses (June–December 2025) with an in-person bootcamp (2026). Key focus areas include:
• Community-centered connectivity solutions
• Digital accessibility and inclusion
• Sustainable ICT project management
• Gender-equitable and youth-friendly approaches

Status: Applications closed. Programme in progress.

These courses are being conducted through our online platform at moodle@rhizomatica.org

More info: cnlearning@apc.org

Open Calls

Curso Online Gratuito: Diseño de Estrategias de Conectividad Comunitaria

¡Inscríbete hasta el 28 de septiembre!
Plazas limitadas — Dirigido a personas, organizaciones y colectivos de América Latina.

Organizado por:
Unión Internacional de Telecomunicaciones (ITU) y Rhizomatica.

Descripción:
Este curso está diseñado para quienes participan o desean impulsar soluciones locales de conectividad y procesos de comunicación comunitaria en territorios indígenas, rurales y zonas remotas de América Latina. Aprenderás a diseñar estrategias sostenibles y colaborativas que respondan a las necesidades reales de las comunidades.

Dirigido a:

  • Líderes comunitarios
  • Organizaciones sociales
  • Colectivos de comunicación
  • Personas interesadas en desarrollar proyectos de conectividad en contextos rurales o indígenas

Fechas clave:

  • 📅 Cierre de inscripciones: 28 de septiembre
  • 🌐 Modalidad: Online y gratuito

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