Organization: Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights
Registration deadline: 05 Jan 2017
Starting date: 12 Jan 2017
Ending date: 09 Feb 2017
Descriptive
This course examines one of the main purpose of international humanitarian law (IHL), which is to mitigate human suffering caused by war. It enables a careful evaluation of the various IHL rules intended to help protect vulnerable persons, such as civilians and prisoners of war, as well as property during armed conflict. It also examines the issue of non-international armed conflict (NIAC) from a variety of perspectives. Following this course, participants will know who and what protected persons and goods are and which IHL rules can be used for their protection in international armed conflicts and NIAC.
Audience
This course forms part of the Geneva Academy Executive Master in International Law in Armed Conflict. It is open to professionals – diplomats, lawyers, legal advisers, judges, NGO staff, human rights advocates, media specialists, professionals working in emergency situations, UN staff and staff from other international organizations – who are not enrolled in the Executive Master and who want to deepen their expertise in this specific issue.
Schedule
- Thursday 12 January, 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 19 January, 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 26 January, 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 2 February, 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 9 February, 18:00-20:30
Certificate
Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained)
How to register:
Applications for individual courses must be submitted via the online form.
Your application will need to include:
- An application letter, stating the specific course you are applying for and your motivation for participation
- Your curriculum vitae
- Copies of relevant degrees and diplomas
- Proof of your competence in English (a certificate or statement highlighting your solid background in English)
- A valid copy of your visa or residence permit (only applicants who require a visa to enter the Schengen area)
Once admitted to the course, participants receive instructions on how to pay. Proof of payment is required before you begin the course.