All LEGS trainings equip practitioners with a better understanding of – and ability to use – the LEGS approach.
For people who have already completed the LEGS Core Training (in-person or online), our e-modules are short online courses that provide priority topic-specific information and analysis for deeper dives into the priority topics of Drought and Gender, or a Refresher for those who wish to revisit applying the LEGS approach.
Each of the LEGS e-modules provide a comprehensive, flexible and accessible way to build your livestock emergency response knowledge.
The LEGS e-modules all use self-paced and interactive methodology, so you can complete them in your own time. They are all free and hosted on easy to use online learning platforms, taking between half an hour and four hours to complete.
Why Complete a LEGS E-Module?
- Expert-Led Content: Developed by LEGS, these e-modules are grounded in years of experience and rigorous research. You’ll gain insights directly from experts who work on these issues every day.
- Flexible Learning: Designed to fit around your schedule, the LEGS e-modules allow you to learn at your own pace. You can access this vital knowledge anytime, anywhere.
- Practical Skills: Beyond theory, LEGS e-modules equip you with practical skills that can be immediately applied in real-world scenarios.
All LEGS e-modules aim to support livestock and humanitarian practitioners responding to emergencies that affect livestock communities beyond the LEGS Core Training course, and complement this training.
An Overview of the LEGS E-Modules:
Drought |
Gender |
Refresher |
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| Who is it for? | All LEGS e-modules aim to support livestock and humanitarian practitioners responding to emergencies that affect livestock communities. They have been designed for those who have completed the LEGS Core Training course, and complement this training. |
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| What will I learn? | Insights and strategies for planning and executing emergency responses for livestock communities in drought-affected areas. |
How to navigate gender issues in emergency response for livestock communities so that interventions are inclusive, equitable, and effective. |
A streamlined review of the LEGS principles and practices essential for responding to livestock emergencies. |
| How long will it take? | Four hours | 30 minutes | 90 minutes |
| How do I access it? | On the LEGS learning platform: LEGS Drought e-Module. |
On the Humanitarian Standards Partnership online learning platform. | |
Discover More about the E-Modules & Get Started:
Strengthen Your Response with the LEGS Drought E-Module
© Adrian Cullis
“Changes in the frequency and severity of extreme weather events mean that poorer producers face not only the effects of climate change but also increasing exposure to slow-onset or rapid-onset climate related emergencies.” LEGS Handbook, p56
Drought is one of the most frequent natural disasters, affecting approximately 55 million people annually. It disrupts livelihoods, heightens the risk of livestock disease and mortality, and triggers mass migration.
The LEGS Drought e-module is specifically designed to equip livestock and humanitarian professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to respond effectively to drought emergencies. Tailored for those who have already attended the LEGS Core Training, this module enhances your existing skills by offering deeper insights and strategies for planning and executing emergency responses in drought-affected areas. It also builds on the essential LEGS Drought Tool, which you can access through our Publications page.
Get Started
The LEGS Drought e-Module uses a self-paced, interactive methodology, so you can complete it in your own time. It takes a total of around four hours to complete.
The LEGS Drought e-Module is available free of charge.
Registration may be required. If you have already completed the LEGS Core Training – Online (LCT-L) course you will already be registered and will simply need to log in. You will not need to re-register.
Empowering Women in Livestock Emergencies with the LEGS Gender E-Module
© FAO/Michael Tewelde
“Gender is particularly important since, in an emergency, women and men have access to different resources and hence different coping strategies, which need to be understood and recognised by humanitarian agencies.” Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards (LEGS), Second Edition, p14
Women play a key role in livestock production and management across the globe. However, emergencies impact men and women in different ways, making it crucial to understand the gender-specific roles, responsibilities, and power dynamics at play. To deliver effective humanitarian responses, it’s essential to address the unique needs of women alongside those of men and to confront gender inequities head-on.
The LEGS Gender e-module is designed to complement the LEGS Core Training, offering deeper insights and analysis to help practitioners navigate gender issues in emergency planning and response. This module equips you with the knowledge needed to ensure that your interventions are inclusive, equitable, and effective.
Get Started
The Module takes around 30 minutes to complete, and is available free of charge on the Humanitarian Standards Partnership online learning platform, hosted by Sphere. You will need to register for this platform before starting the course.
Recharge Your Skills with the LEGS Refresher E-Module
© Kelley Lynch/Save the Children US
“LEGS is based on an understanding of the central role of livestock in livestock keepers’ livelihoods, and how these livelihoods can be protected and rebuilt after an emergency.”
For those who have already completed the LEGS Core Training and are actively applying the LEGS approach in their work, the LEGS Refresher e-module is designed to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. This module is perfect for livestock and humanitarian practitioners who need a quick, practical recap to effectively apply the LEGS Handbook and tools in emergency situations.
Building on your existing understanding of disaster management, disaster risk reduction, and the livelihoods approach, this e-module offers a streamlined review of the principles and practices essential for responding to livestock emergencies.
While this refresher is ideal for those with prior experience, it can also serve as a valuable introduction to the LEGS approach for newcomers. However, for a more comprehensive understanding, we recommend attending the full LEGS Core Training (in person or online).
Get Started
The Module takes around 90 minutes to complete, and is available free of charge on the Humanitarian Standards Partnership online learning platform, hosted by Sphere. You will need to register for this platform before starting the course.
