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Women in War and Armed Conflicts


Type: Distance or Online Learning
Keywords: Gender, International Humanitarian Law
Training Description

This distance learning course aims to prepare those working in conflict territories focusing on gender equality issues, either in relation to the situation and role of women affected by armed conflict or within the peace-keeping operations structure. The course also aims to equip those who want to become specialised in topics such as the impact of war on women, gender analysis and women's contributions to conflict resolution, DDR and humanitarian assistance.

How to Register

Register on-line at: http://www.hrea.org/index.php?base_id=628&language_id=1 . Registration deadline: 1 December 2009.
Training Cost
The course tuition fee is US$ 725; permanent residents of non-OECD countries are eligible for a discounted tuition rate of US$ 350. Tuition for auditors is US$ 275; permanent residents of non-OECD countries are eligible for a discounted tuition rate of US$ 125. Unfortunately, there are no scholarships available for this course.
Intended Audience
humanitarian and human rights officers, human rights staff of international non-governmental organisations (INGOs), NGOs, UN officers intergovernmental and government agencies, women’s advocates and feminists, university students of international law, international relations, politics and other areas practitioners who want to learn about women's human rights, and challenges to women’s human rights issues. The course is also intended for staff members of UN specialized agencies who want to learn more about women’s issues in armed conflict and war context.
Training Contact
Sandra Quintin
Telephone: 1978341-0200
For further information:

http://www.hrea.org/index.php?base_id=628&language_id=1


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