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Table 4 Levels of system to target with capacity building [45]

From: How donors support civil society as government accountability advocates: a review of strategies and implications for transition of donor funding in global health

System Level

Example methods

Individual: strengthens organizational and technical skills of individual advocates

Needs assessments, trainings, distance learning opportunities, technical assistance (e.g. strengthening individual leadership or communication skills)

Organizational: institutionalizes skills and strengthens structures that support organizations

Developing organizational standards and practices (e.g. embedding particular skills into staff job descriptions, strengthening finance systems)

System-wide: supports relationship-building between individuals and organizations

Facilitating cross-learning opportunities and supporting networking (e.g. supporting study visits or online communication and knowledge sharing opportunities)