Humanitarian Work Courses and Certifications

Menstruation in a Global Context: Addressing Policy and Practice

32 ratings at edX

Gain insights into global menstrual health and hygiene, explore cutting-edge research, and learn practical skills for designing and implementing MHH programs, with a focus on low-income and vulnerable populations.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Violence Against Healthcare

71 ratings at Coursera

Explore ethical, legal, and practical aspects of protecting healthcare in conflict zones. Learn about challenges faced by providers and strategies to ensure safe access to medical services.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED-Ed

There Are No Scraps of Men

Alberto Cairo shares his inspiring journey of running clinics in Afghanistan, finding humanity amid war, and providing dignity to those affected by conflict.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

Vincent Cochetel - I Was Held Hostage for 317 Days - Here's What I Thought About

Powerful account of a UN worker's 317-day hostage experience, exploring survival, human nature, and the rising dangers faced by humanitarian aid workers globally.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

There Are No Scraps of Men

Powerful story of finding humanity and dignity in war-torn Afghanistan, exploring the impact of keeping medical clinics open during active fighting.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How a Humanitarian Turned NBA All-Star Is Changing Healthcare in His Homeland of the DRC

NBA star Dikembe Mutombo's journey from aspiring doctor to humanitarian, building healthcare infrastructure and raising awareness in the Democratic Republic of Congo to improve lives and reduce infant mortality.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How a Team of Chefs Fed Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria

Chef José Andrés shares his inspiring journey of feeding millions in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, demonstrating the power of compassion, innovation, and community in times of crisis.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Answering the Call - Leading with Love to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose

Explore how to create a meaningful life through service with insights from a former Hollywood producer and a renowned yoga teacher on inspiring others and finding purpose.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

The Journey in Finding Oneself - It Is Never Too Late

Inspiring journey of self-discovery through life's challenges. Hasan shares how unexpected events led to personal growth, emphasizing it's never too late to find oneself and make a difference.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

How Creativity Can Transform Lives

Inspiring talk on creativity's power to foster connection, empowerment, and social change. Anisa Kissoon shares her journey of using arts to address societal issues and unite communities.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Ripples of Change in Nepal - From Tragedy to Transformative Impact

Philip Holmes shares his journey of founding a children's charity in Nepal, rescuing thousands from imprisonment and trafficking, and now tackling climate change, demonstrating how small actions can lead to extraordinary impacts.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

How to Heal Humanity and Lift Yourself Along the Way

Inspiring talk on finding purpose through humanitarian work, focusing on refugee aid. Shares personal journey of leaving CEO role to dedicate life to alleviating suffering and restoring dignity to refugees.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Shaping Our Future Towards Climate and Disaster Resilience

Discover how Big Data unveils hidden patterns to guide our trajectory towards climate resilience. David Lallemant shares insights on leveraging analytics for a sustainable future.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Resilience as a Double-Edged Sword - Women in Displacement

Exploring the complex role of resilience for forcibly displaced women, challenging its definition and examining how to prevent it from becoming a tool of oppression in displacement contexts.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

TEDx

The Simple Way to Change Your Life by Helping Others

Discover how helping others can transform your life through a filmmaker's global experiences, emphasizing the power of human connection and generosity in our increasingly disconnected world.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course