Protection of Civilians and International Legal Framework course is a module of the REACT program, a five-week training course focused on peacebuilding and conflict prevention
This course aims to enhance participants’ understanding of the responsibilities of various humanitarian, development, and peacekeeping actors in achieving protection outcomes. These outcomes focus on reducing risks and vulnerabilities while strengthening the capacities of affected populations to cope with them. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of strategies to promote humanitarian access and deliver protection to the most vulnerable, including women and children in armed conflict.
They will also learn about the various legal frameworks designed to protect vulnerable populations in situations of armed conflict and beyond, including international human rights law, international humanitarian law and refugee law. The course will also examine existing mechanisms for monitoring and accountability within the framework of transitional justice, the UN mandate on Children and Armed Conflict, and the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda
By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand the different approaches of humanitarian, development and peacekeeping actors to protect civilians.
The course is taught by professionals working with different humanitarian actors such as the ICRC and UNHCR on the protection of civilians, academics and legal staff from the International Criminal Court.
Learn more about Module II here.
OBJECTIVE AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Understand the different concepts, principles and approaches of humanitarian, development and peacekeeping actors to protect civilians.
- Get familiarised with various legal frameworks that aim to protect vulnerable persons in armed conflict situations and beyond, such as international human rights law, international humanitarian law and refugee law.
- Learn about the role of different humanitarian actors, such as the ICRC.
- Identify monitoring and accountability mechanisms and approaches to transitional justice.
- Become familiarised with the Children and Armed Conflict mandate; Women, Peace and Security agenda; and UN conflict-related sexual violence and rule of law mandates
PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS
- International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
- United Nations
- Global Protection Cluster
Methodology: The course employs diverse methodologies, including lectures, group discussions, debates, role-playing, outdoor activities, and simulation exercises, ensuring an engaging and practical learning experience.
Duration: The course consists of 40 hours of training, Monday to Friday.
Certification: Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate and become part of our international alumni network.
How to Apply:
For more information and how to apply, see the information below or contact us at: iucpm@helsinkiespana.org.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- University degree or equivalent professional training
- Fluency in English: B2+
- Strong interest in international affairs
To enroll in the course, please send us a copy of the following documents:
- Registration Form (available here)
- Resume/CV
- Recent digital photo, passport size
All application documents should be sent to: iucpm@helsinkiespana.org
