Capacity Building Session

Capacity Building

PSD & TSD

Capacity Building Session

Headed by PSD & TSD

Comprehensive training and development program led by the Project Support Division (PSD) and Training Support Division (TSD) to enhance organizational capacity and member competencies.

About Capacity Building Session

The Capacity Building Session is a vital part of the TAMSA General Assembly, designed to empower medical students and association members with essential skills, knowledge, and organizational tools. It is coordinated by the Projects Support Division (PSD) and Training Support Division (TSD), ensuring that both project excellence and leadership development are addressed.

These divisions play a key role in bridging the gap between ideas and implementation, providing participants with practical tools and strategies they can apply in their chapters, projects, and future careers as health leaders.

Session Leadership

Projects Support Division (PSD)

  • Acts as the central hub for all TAMSA projects
  • Evaluates candidates against TAMSA bylaws criteria
  • Presents reports & recommendations to the GA
  • Maintains a comprehensive TAMSA projects database
  • Tracks official & non-official projects, grants, and events with the EB

Training Support Division (TSD)

  • Coordinates leadership and skills training initiatives
  • Supports human resource development in TAMSA
  • Organizes skills training sessions alongside TAMSA activities
  • Functions as a resource division for chapters
  • Promotes continuous learning and member growth

Workshop Schedule - October 7-8, 2025

Day 1 - October 7, 2025

Introduction to TAMSA Projects & Divisions

09:00 - 10:30

Led by: PSD & TSD

Understanding TAMSA projects, support divisions, and their role in strengthening chapters.

Project Proposal Development

11:00 - 12:30

Led by: PSD

How to design, structure, and evaluate project proposals according to TAMSA standards.

Leadership & Skills Training

14:00 - 15:30

Led by: TSD

Core leadership skills, facilitation, and human resource development in student organizations.

Project Reporting & Tracking

16:00 - 17:30

Led by: PSD

Maintaining project databases, reporting to the GA, and ensuring accountability.

Day 2 - October 8, 2025

Training Design & Facilitation

09:00 - 10:30

Led by: TSD

How to design impactful trainings, facilitation skills, and mentorship in TAMSA.

Advocacy & Policy Engagement

11:00 - 12:30

Led by: PSD

Practical advocacy skills, engaging stakeholders, and policy involvement as students.

Chapter Development & Support

14:00 - 15:30

Led by: PSD & TSD

Strengthening local chapters, resource sharing, and sustainable growth strategies.

Action Planning & Implementation

16:00 - 17:30

Led by: PSD & TSD

Developing action plans and follow-up strategies for chapters and national projects.

Specialized Training Modules

Project Management

Proposal writing, project cycle management, evaluation, and reporting within TAMSA structures.

Duration: 3 hours Certification: Yes

Leadership & Governance

Capacity building in leadership, governance, and organizational management for student leaders.

Duration: 2.5 hours Certification: Yes

Advocacy & Policy

Understanding health policy, stakeholder engagement, and advancing advocacy as students.

Duration: 2 hours Certification: Yes

Training & Facilitation

Adult learning, designing effective workshops, and becoming a facilitator within TAMSA.

Duration: 2.5 hours Certification: Yes

Chapter Development

Strengthening chapters through sustainability, membership engagement, and resource mobilization.

Duration: 3 hours Certification: Yes

Innovation & Creativity

Fostering creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in projects and advocacy efforts.

Duration: 2.5 hours Certification: Yes

Certification & Recognition

Certification Requirements

  • Attend minimum 80% of scheduled sessions
  • Complete all practical exercises and assignments
  • Pass final assessment with minimum 70% score
  • Submit personal development action plan
  • Participate in peer evaluation and feedback

Recognition Levels

Certificate of Participation

Basic attendance and engagement in training sessions

Certificate of Competency

Demonstrated skills and knowledge through assessments

Certificate of Excellence

Outstanding performance and leadership potential

Post-Training Support

  • Alumni network access and mentorship
  • Continued learning resources and materials
  • Quarterly follow-up sessions and updates
  • Leadership opportunity recommendations
  • Partnership and collaboration facilitation
  • Advanced training program eligibility

Build Your Capacity, Transform Your Future

Join this comprehensive capacity building program and develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to excel as a medical student leader and future healthcare professional.

Early registration deadline: September 30, 2025

Limited to 100 participants for optimal learning experience