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Human Rights Training Opportunities - 2008
February 27 - May 20, 2008
Internet (Distance Learning Course)
This distance learning course introduces staff members of (international) development agencies and NGOs to rights-based programming. A human rights-based approach is a conceptual framework for the process of human development that is normatively based on international human rights standards and operationally directed to promoting and protecting human rights. Essentially, a human rights-based approach integrates the norms, standards and principles of the international human rights system into the plans, policies and processes of programme development.
Deadline of application: December 1, 2007
Sponsored by: HREA
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February 20 - June 17, 2008
Internet (Distance Learning Course)
This distance learning course provides human rights activists with a range of proven human rights advocacy methods and critical concepts as a means for them to reflect on and deepen their own work. The course will look at the theoretical foundations and critical issues of human rights advocacy, elements of advocacy planning, and strategies for action.
Deadline of application: December 1, 2007
Sponsored by: HREA
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details.
February 20 - May 27, 2008
Internet (Distance Learning Course)
This distance learning course is a basic introduction to measuring and monitoring the status of children, including basic health and welfare, education, civil rights and freedoms, and special protection measures. The course will address the full cycle of monitoring, including tool development; methodologies for carrying out monitoring (both organizationally as well as through the involvement of children); and the application of results for improving the promotion and protection of children's human rights.
Deadline of application: December 1, 2007
Sponsored by: HREA
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details.
February 13 - May 20, 2008
Internet (Distance Learning Course)
This distance learning course provides participants with knowledge of the concept, types, venues and strategies of human rights litigation. It focuses on strategic litigation and legal aid both internationally and domestically, and explores a variety of strategies: issue or group oriented litigation, community based services, legal clinics, NGO or law firm resourced actions and others.
Deadline of application: December 1, 2007
Sponsored by: HREA
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details.
February 11 - May 11, 2008
Internet (Distance Learning Course)
The aim of the course is to provide information on the United Nations (UN) human rights system by looking at the work and outcome of the Human Rights Council. The course is scheduled parallel to the regular session of the Human Rights Council.
Deadline of application: December 1, 2007
Sponsored by: HREA
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details.
January - March, 2008
The University of Nottingham, Human Rights Law Centre
University Park, Nottingham, UK
The course provides an in-depth understanding of international human rights standards, looking at the human rights systems of organisations such as the United Nations, the Council of Europe, the OAS and the African Union. It provides a valuable insight for those working for NGOs or in government, as well as graduates, lecturers and legal or other professionals. The course features organised visits to NGOS, criminal courts and prisons.
The fee for three months is £2,950.
Sponsored by: Human Rights Law Centre
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January - March, 2008
The University of Nottingham, Human Rights Law Centre
University Park, Nottingham, UK
This three month course aims to further students' understanding of the law and practice of human rights field work. The programme balances wide-ranging study with skills training for such activities as human rights monitoring, reporting, advocacy and capacity building. Close attention is paid to the modern realities of field work and participants take part in a number of visits to relevant NGO and government offices in London, with an option to visit a UN field operations.
This course will benefit potential and current staff of human rights field operations. Newcomers to the topic will gain a wide appreciation of the sector. The course will also be of assistance to headquarters staff in NGOs and intergovernmental organisations who support the work of field programmes, current and future humanitarian and development practitioners and for civilian, police and military peacekeepers.
The fee for this three month course is £2,950. The optional field visit is subject to an additional charge to cover costs.
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Last updated May 24, 2007.