Organization: Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights
Registration deadline: 19 Apr 2018
Starting date: 26 Apr 2018
Ending date: 24 May 2018
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
Courses take place on:
- Thursday 26 April 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 3 May 18:00-20:30
- Thursday 10 May 18:00-20:30
- Friday 11 May 15:30-18:00
- Thursday 24 May 18:00-20:30
Certificate
Participants obtain a certificate at the end of the course (no ECTS credits are gained).cipants receive instructions on how to pay. Proof of payment is required before you begin the course.
How to register:
How to Apply
Applications for this short course must be submitted via the online form. If you encounter problems with your application, do not hesitate to contact us.
Your application will need to include:
- A short motivation letter (no more than one page)
- Your curriculum vitae
- 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.