In humanitarian crises, good intentions are not enough. We need to act ethically, effectively, and in line with international standards.
This interactive two-day workshop introduces essential frameworks, practical tools, and ethical principles that guide humanitarian action around the world. Together, we explore how global standards — such as those in the Sphere Handbook (2018) — can improve decisions and outcomes for people affected by crises.
Note: This course is independently developed by Vector Volunteer Services. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sphere. Sphere content is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 License.
What You'll Learn
By the end of the course, you will:
Understand core humanitarian principles like dignity, accountability, and impartiality
Explore the structure and purpose of Sphere and CHS standards
Apply protection principles and assessment tools to guide ethical decisions
Practice technical response in WASH or food security scenarios
Reflect on our role in crisis response — locally and globally
This is a practice-based course with real-world examples and peer learning.
Who It's For
This training is ideal for:
Students exploring careers in crisis response
Mid-career professionals seeking meaningful engagement
Community volunteers, educators, and team leads
Anyone preparing to support affected communities, near or far
Anyone who wants to understand how humanitarian response works in practice
No prior experience required. No jargon. Just clear, honest orientation.
Format
Live, in-person workshop
2 days, including teaching, simulations, and interactive elements
Includes access to online learning resources
Pricing options
All fees include training, materials, and a record of completion.
Early Bird Registration: S$240 (register by 2 April 2026)
General Registration: S$280
Group Rate (3+ participants registering together): S$230
Students and volunteers enjoy a 15% discount (verification required) using the discount code helpusout258 .
Not sure which rate applies? Contact us — we’re happy to help.
Why Learn with Us?
Vector Volunteer Services Ltd. - a nonprofit aimed at empowering humanitarian volunteers for mission success. We bring together experienced facilitators who are experts in their fields and have humanitarian experience so that our trainings are grounded in practice and real-world experience.
Ready to Register?
Secure your place on this training course today to avoid disappointment.
Please contact hello@vectorvs.com if you have any questions about this course.
Licensing notice
This course references concepts from the Sphere Handbook (2018) and Sphere Training Package (2018), used under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 License. More at handbook.spherestandards.org