International Humanitarian Law and Current Conflicts: New Challenges and Dilemmas - Advanced Training
Date/Time:
July 16, 2007 - 9:00am - July 20, 2007 - 1:00pm
Location:
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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Description:
The goal of this advanced training course was to provide participants with training opportunities tailored to meet the needs of practitioners and policymakers. UN, diplomatic staff, government and NGO professionals found the curriculum specifically designed to address the legal challenges encountered in humanitarian operations in situations of armed conflict. Others with substantial interest and relevant experience, including journalists and members of the military, were welcome. Through the review of relevant legal frameworks applicable to the protection of victims of armed conflict and timely case studies, participants engaged in a varied course of study, to include in-depth discussions and debate. This advanced training was specifically structured for mid-career professionals. It was suggested that applicants have prior exposure to either the theory or application of IHL (either through practical experience in humanitarian affairs or some prior legal training). Enrollment was limited to 40 participants. Participants were invited to apply for the advanced training based on professional interest and knowledge of IHL.
In partnership with:
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a private humanitarian institution based in Geneva, Switzerland. States parties (signatories) to the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 and their Additional Protocols of 1977 and 2005, have given the ICRC a mandate to protect the victims of international and internal armed conflicts.
The mission of the Radcliffe Institute is to create an academic community where individuals can pursue advanced work in any of the academic disciplines, professions, or creative arts. Within that broad purpose, it sustains a continuing commitment to the study of women, gender, and society.
