Promotion, Organization and Facilitation of Training Courses on “Labour Standards and Workplace Environment in the Apparel Industry”

Young Consultants (YC) implemented a training programme on Labour Standards and Workplace Environment in the RMG and Textile Industry under the Capacity Building under the Post-MFA Actions Program in the RMG Sector, commissioned by the Ministry of Commerce through the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), Bangladesh. The programme aimed to enhance the knowledge and awareness of RMG industry owners and senior managers regarding labour standards, workplace conditions, and related industry practices.

The assignment involved organizing eight five-day training courses for a total of 178 participants across two locations: Dhaka and Chittagong. YC organized four training batches in each location and provided comprehensive support for the promotion, preparation, coordination, and delivery of the training programme. The firm was responsible for developing training materials, arranging venues and visual aids, producing promotional materials, coordinating media coverage, distributing participant certificates, and providing the logistical support required for effective implementation.

Scope of Services Provided
1. Training Material Design and Development

Designed and produced comprehensive training materials, including training modules, folders, PowerPoint presentations, and other supporting materials required for the training courses.

2. Promotional Material Design and Production

Designed and produced multicolour digital banners, festoons, and other promotional materials to support the visibility and communication of the training programme.

3. Venue Arrangement and Visual Aid Provision

Arranged suitable training venues and provided the necessary visual aids and presentation equipment, including multimedia projectors and overhead projectors.

4. Training Course Organization and Coordination

Organized and coordinated eight five-day training courses, comprising four batches in Dhaka and four batches in Chittagong, for owners and senior managers of the RMG and textile industries.

5. Certificate Design, Printing and Distribution

Designed, printed, and distributed certificates to participants upon completion of the training courses.

6. Media Coverage and Documentation

Arranged electronic and print media coverage and coordinated photographic documentation and video recording of the training activities.

7. Logistical and Operational Support

Provided the necessary logistical support for the successful delivery of the training programme, including training assistants, sound systems, transportation, and other operational arrangements.

Key Deliverables
Training modules, participant folders, PowerPoint presentations, and supporting training materials.
Promotional materials, including multicolour digital banners and festoons.
Training venues, presentation equipment, and visual aids.
Eight five-day training courses conducted in Dhaka and Chittagong, reaching 178 participants.
Certificates designed, printed, and distributed to participants.
Electronic and print media coverage, photographs, and video recordings.
Logistical and operational support for all training sessions.
Assignment Details
Assignment Name: Promotion, Organization and Facilitation of Training Courses for Staff and Owners of RMG Industries on “Labour Standards and Workplace Environment in the Apparel Industry”

Client: Ministry of Commerce – Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), under the Capacity Building under the Post-MFA Actions Program in the RMG Sector

Country: Bangladesh

Project Location: Dhaka and Chittagong, Bangladesh

Approximate Contract Value: Not specified

Duration: 1 month (as stated in the source information)

Start Date: April 2012

Completion Date: April 2012

Total Staff-Months: 1 staff-month

Professional Staff-Months Provided by Associated Consultants: N/A

Associated Consultants: Not specified

Senior Professional Staff Involved
Mr. M. Zakir Hossain — Facilitator
Mr. Md. Shafique-ul-Azam — Facilitator
Mr. AKM. Faisal — Coordinator