Future Trends in Training and Capacity Building for Non-Profit Organizations
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: 10.64357/neya-gjnps-fd-tr-cp-bd-11
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About the Article
Training and capacity building in the non-profit sector are rapidly evolving under the influence of technology, globalization, and shifting organizational demands. This article examines future trends, including personalized and competency-based learning, blended and collaborative approaches, and the promotion of continuous learning cultures. It highlights the transformative role of artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, mobile platforms, and gamification in enhancing accessibility and engagement. The expansion of remote training, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, underscores the need for inclusive, adaptable, and secure delivery. The article also explores sustainability, emphasizing eco-friendly practices, cost-effectiveness, and equity, particularly in emerging economies. Case examples from Ghana and other contexts illustrate how adaptive, resource-conscious, and community-driven strategies yield measurable outcomes. By bridging global trends with localized practices, the article provides academics with theoretical insights and practitioners with actionable strategies for future-oriented training and capacity-building initiatives.
Key Topics
- Personalized and competency-based learning
- Blended and collaborative approaches
- Artificial intelligence, VR/AR, and gamification in training
- Remote and virtual training post-COVID-19
- Sustainability and equity in training programs
- Opportunities and challenges in emerging economies
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Future Trends in Training and Capacity Building for Non-Profit Organizations. NEYA Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-fd-tr-cp-bd-11
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