Our Training Programmes
MODULES FOR SCHOOL AND COLLEGES
Theme “Raising Responsible, Peace-Building and Visionary Student Leaders”
Target Group:
- School Council
- Prefects / Captains
- Class Monitors
- Student Mediators / Peer Counselors
- Training Objectives
By the end of the program, participants should be able to:
- Demonstrate effective leadership and mediation skills in school governance.
- Manage peer conflicts peacefully through structured mediation.
- Model integrity, discipline, and servant leadership.
- Promote teamwork, academic excellence, and positive school culture.
- Engage with school administration in participatory decision-making.
- Training Duration and Structure
Duration: 2 to 3 days (can be residential or non-residential)
Format: Interactive sessions, simulations, case studies, and field assignments
Sample Schedule
Day Module Focus Methodology
Day 1 Leadership Foundations Understanding roles, purpose, and ethics Icebreakers, discussion, group work
Day 2 Mediation & Conflict Resolution Peer mediation, emotional intelligence, problem-solving Role play, mediation labs, reflection
Day 3 Practical Leadership & Team Building Communication, teamwork, vision-setting, mentoring Outdoor activities, project planning
- Key Training Modules
Module 1: Foundations of Leadership
Topics
- Understanding leadership (Servant Leadership Model)
- Roles and responsibilities of prefects and council members
- Character, discipline, and integrity
- Biblical principles of leadership (e.g., Matthew 20:26–28)
Practical Activity
“Leadership in Action” workshop: Each participant lists one leadership problem in school and proposes a solution plan.
Module 2: Effective Communication and Public Speaking
Topics
Active listening and empathy
Assertive vs aggressive communication
Public speaking and confidence building
Practical Activity
Speech challenge: “If I were the Head Prefect for a day…”
Pair role plays on student–teacher communication
Module 3: Mediation and Conflict Management
Topics
- Understanding conflict and its causes in school
- Mediation process and steps (Grip Africa’s 5-Step Model)
- Emotional intelligence and managing anger
- Building trust among peers
Practical Activities
- Mediation simulation: resolving a dormitory or classroom dispute
- Conflict mapping exercise
Module 4: Team Building and Collaboration
Topics
- Importance of unity among school leaders
- Roles of teamwork in achieving goals
- Building inclusive leadership
Practical Activities
- Outdoor trust games
- Group challenge: design a “Student Council Action Plan” for the term
Module 5: Personal Leadership and Vision
Topics
- Self-awareness and values
- Setting personal goals
- Time management and discipline
Practical Activities
- “My Leadership Vision Board” session
- Personal growth reflection journal
Module 6: Leadership in Service
Topics
- Servant leadership in action
- Mentoring juniors
- Upholding school culture and code of conduct
Practical Activities
- “Leadership for Impact” project – small community service within the school
- Mentorship pairing: each leader mentors one Form 1 student
- Expected Outcomes
After training, student leaders will:
- Form a Peer Mediation Club under Grip Africa mentorship.
- Develop a School Leadership Charter to guide student governance.
- Implement monthly mediation forums for conflict prevention.
- Receive a Certificate of Leadership and Mediation Competence from Grip Africa.
- Training Resources and Facilitation Team
- Facilitators from Grip Africa Mediation & Leadership Institute
- Resource materials (manuals, activity booklets, reflection journals)
- Audio-visuals (videos, case studies, inspirational stories)
- Certificates and follow-up mentorship sessions
- Post-Training Follow-up
- Monthly check-ins with school administration or patron teacher
- Online mentorship hub for student leaders across schools
- Annual Leadership and Mediation Summit for the best-performing schools
