Topic outline
This course focuses on the main steps to undertake when preparing Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs) to ensure a clear understanding of how to effectively prepare the reviews.

















This course is designed for all stakeholders involved in the follow-up and review processes of the 2030 Agenda, including civil society, international organizations, the private sector, national human rights institutions, and all levels and sectors of government, to ensure participatory and inclusive engagement.
- The initial steps of the preparation of a Voluntary National Review (VNR).
- The importance of the national coordination entity and the national workplan.
- The different types of review scopes.
his course consists of 5 lessons:
- Lesson 1 – First steps for VNR preparation
- Lesson 2 - The national coordination entity
- Lesson 3 - The national workplan
- Lesson 4 - The scope of the review
- Lesson 5 - The data collection process
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