Organization: Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights
Registration deadline: 30 Mar 2017
Starting date: 06 Apr 2017
Ending date: 04 May 2017
Descriptive
This course provides a concise and systematic treatment of the peacebuilding process in post-conflict and fragile situations. It adopts a holistic definition of peacebuilding that includes social, political and economic dimensions. It also focuses on the role of the different stakeholders involved and emphasizes the importance of ownership and inclusiveness as well as the need to tailor the process to the specific peculiarities of each situation. The course critically examines the role, achievements and failures of the UN Peacebuilding Commission established in 2005, taking into account the report of the UN Advisory Group of Experts delivered in 2015. It then considers all components of the peacebuilding process in a systematic manner, with a view to offering an innovative approach combining the socio-political issues with economic growth in a sustainable development perspective. The last session of the course is devoted to a case study.
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 6 April, 18:00-20:30
- Friday 7 April, 15:30-18:00
- Thursday 20 April, 18:00-20:30
- Friday 21 April, 18:15-20:45
- Thursday 4 May, 18:00-20:30
Certificate
Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained).
How to register:
How to Apply
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.
