International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law Program

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27 Jan - 31 Jan 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
17 Feb - 21 Feb 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
07 Apr - 11 Apr 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
04 Aug - 08 Aug 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
11 Aug - 15 Aug 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
03 Nov - 07 Nov 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750
15 Dec - 19 Dec 2025	Live Online	5 Day	2750

Course Overview

Key Takeaways:

A thorough exploration of international legal frameworks, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Geneva Conventions, and their application in real-world scenarios.
A focus on the legal responsibilities of states, organizations, and individuals in protecting human rights during armed conflicts and humanitarian emergencies.
Insight into the intersection of humanitarian law and sustainable development goals, emphasizing the role of law in fostering peace, stability, and justice.
Detailed discussions on the evolving nature of international humanitarian law and how it addresses emerging issues such as cyber warfare and the protection of civilians.
Examination of the role of key stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), governments, and international bodies, in advancing global human rights and humanitarian efforts.
Opportunities to develop the skills necessary to integrate international humanitarian law into organizational policies and operations, ensuring compliance with international standards.

A thorough exploration of international legal frameworks, including the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Geneva Conventions, and their application in real-world scenarios.
A focus on the legal responsibilities of states, organizations, and individuals in protecting human rights during armed conflicts and humanitarian emergencies.
Insight into the intersection of humanitarian law and sustainable development goals, emphasizing the role of law in fostering peace, stability, and justice.
Detailed discussions on the evolving nature of international humanitarian law and how it addresses emerging issues such as cyber warfare and the protection of civilians.
Examination of the role of key stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), governments, and international bodies, in advancing global human rights and humanitarian efforts.
Opportunities to develop the skills necessary to integrate international humanitarian law into organizational policies and operations, ensuring compliance with international standards.

Course Objectives

After completing this Pideya Learning Academy training, participants will learn to:
Draft effective implementation strategies tailored to specific organizational contexts.
Integrate international principles into localized frameworks and objectives.
Develop clear, actionable plans for compliance with international human rights and humanitarian law.
Understand legal obligations under international frameworks and their organizational implications.
Recognize and address common pitfalls in compliance strategies.
Develop proactive measures to assess and mitigate risks related to non-compliance.
Analyze the origins, principles, and institutions underpinning international human rights and humanitarian law.
Apply international humanitarian law principles to both international and non-international armed conflicts.
Evaluate the practical impact of these principles in conflict-affected regions.

Personal Benefits

Participants will gain:
Improved efficiency and productivity through a deeper understanding of international compliance.
Enhanced ability to engage in constructive discussions on human rights and humanitarian law.
Practical skills in developing and reviewing implementation plans.
Insight into the roles of key actors and institutions in international law.
Opportunities to critically evaluate and address gaps in existing frameworks.

Organisational Benefits

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:
NGO staff, human rights advocates, diplomats, lawyers, judges, legal advisers, social workers, and media professionals.
Professionals working in emergency or conflict-affected environments.
Staff from international organizations, humanitarian donor agencies, and UN bodies.
Individuals responsible for developing and implementing human rights and humanitarian law strategies.
Note: A legal background is not required. The course is open to anyone interested in enhancing their expertise in this critical area.
Join us at Pideya Learning Academy to gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a tangible difference in advancing international human rights and humanitarian law.

Course Outline

Module 1: Background and introduction to international human rights

Principles of international human rights Historical evolution of human rights Legal foundations and frameworks Key definitions and terminologies Understanding international human rights Institutions governing international human rights Fundamentals of humanitarian law and its principles

Module 2: The importance of international human rights

Relevance to global peace and security Compliance with United Nations resolutions Human rights and societal development Theories of "the good," "the right," and "justice" Origins and evolution of human rights concepts Assumptions underpinning human rights principles Content, limits, and potential of human rights frameworks Contextual applications of human rights law Intersection of international human rights and humanitarian law (Case studies)

Module 3: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Overview of 32 universal human rights Types of international treaties Key international human rights treaties Civil and political rights under the ICCPR Economic, cultural, and social rights under the ICECSR Interrelationship between UDHR, ICCPR, and ICECSR The Geneva Conventions and their importance

Module 4: Implementation planning

Drafting effective international human rights implementation plans Identifying and leveraging available resources Aligning strategic objectives with resources Setting realistic and measurable objectives (SMART goals) Developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks Applying the "Do, Review, Learn, Apply" model in implementation

Module 5: International humanitarian law

Relationship between human rights and humanitarian law Sources and bases of humanitarian law Applications in international and non-international conflicts Identifying and addressing weaknesses in current frameworks Protecting human rights during armed conflicts Practical impacts of humanitarian law on conflict zones Assignment: Enhancing your organization's human rights implementation plan

Module 6: Stakeholder management

Roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in humanitarian law Legal obligations under international frameworks Effective stakeholder coordination strategies Case study: Resource alignment and stakeholder interaction Strategies for promoting collaboration and synergy

Module 7: Preventative and protective control

Conducting proactive risk assessments Environmental screening for human rights violations Preparing safety method statements Recognizing and addressing HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) risks Futuristic approaches to preventative control measures

Module 8: Regional and international frameworks

Regional human rights instruments and mechanisms African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights European Convention on Human Rights Inter-American Human Rights System Cross-regional collaborations and challenges

Module 9: Role of technology in human rights monitoring

Emerging technologies for human rights protection Data collection and analysis for conflict monitoring Ethical considerations in technology use Case studies on technology-driven human rights initiatives

Module 10: Conflict resolution and post-conflict recovery

Mediation and negotiation strategies Rebuilding trust in conflict-affected regions Post-conflict justice and reconciliation mechanisms Role of humanitarian law in recovery and rebuilding efforts

Module 11: Advocacy and awareness-building

Strategies for effective human rights advocacy Engaging media and public opinion Building grassroots movements for human rights Developing campaigns for specific human rights issues

Module 12: Future directions in international human rights and humanitarian law

Challenges in evolving geopolitical contexts Emerging trends in international human rights law Adapting humanitarian law to new forms of conflict Future frameworks for global cooperation in human rights Each module is designed to provide a thorough understanding of its topics while equipping participants with the tools necessary to apply their knowledge effectively in their respective fields.

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