Budget analysis methodology
Introduces principles and practices of public budget analysis for advocacy, focusing on social sector financing — education, health, child protection, gender equality — with real case examples. For advocacy professionals, CSOs, and policy advisors.
About This Course
This module introduces the principles and practices of public budget analysis as a tool for advocacy, with a focus on social sector financing (e.g., education, health, child protection, gender equality). Participants learn how to assess national and sectoral budgets, identify funding gaps, track allocations over time, and link financial data to policy commitments. The module includes real case examples (e.g., FGM, child marriage, girls’ education) and emphasizes how civil society and coalitions can use budget evidence to push for more equitable and accountable resource distribution.
Key Competencies Developed
Understanding the structure and cycle of public budgets
Identifying relevant budget documents and data sources
Analyzing budget allocations and expenditures for social sectors
Connecting budget trends to policy priorities and national plans
Using findings to craft advocacy messages and influencing strategies
Professional Relevance
This module introduces the principles and practices of public budget analysis as a tool for advocacy, with a focus on social sector financing (e.g., education, health, child protection, gender equality). Participants learn how to assess national and sectoral budgets, identify funding gaps, track allocations over time, and link financial data to policy commitments. The module includes real case examples (e.g., FGM, child marriage, girls’ education) and emphasizes how civil society and coalitions can use budget evidence to push for more equitable and accountable resource distribution.
