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Leveraging AI for Peace: A UNSSC Webinar Learning Series
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:01:13 +0000
As the UN enters a new era of AI governance under UN 2.0, the stakes for peace and security have never been higher. Artificial intelligence presents both unprecedented opportunities and profound risks for global stability.
The United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC) is pleased to launch a three-part online webinar series, Leveraging AI for Peace, bringing together experts from the United Nations, academia, and the technology and peacebuilding fields to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming conflict prevention.
This series will examine how AI is governed within the UN, how it is already being used to strengthen early warning and decision-making, and what ethical safeguards are needed to ensure responsible and conflict-sensitive use.
The webinar series includes three sessions:
Webinar 1 – AI at the UN: Governance, Policy, and Implications for the Peace & Security Pillar
26 January | 15:00–16:00 CET
A discussion on the UN’s evolving AI governance frameworks, Member State positions, and what these developments mean for peace and security.
Confirmed speakers:
- Avishan Bodjnoud, Chief of Information Management Unit, United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs – Department of Peace Operations
- MinJi Song, Officer-in-Charge, Innovation Cell, United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs
- Rebekah Hayoung Woo, Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies, United Nations
Register here.
Webinar 2 – Preventing Conflict with AI: Real-World Use Cases and Emerging Opportunities
9 February | 15:00–16:00 CET
An exploration of practical applications of AI for early warning, risk analysis, mediation support, and peacebuilding.
Confirmed speakers:
- Caleb Gichuhi, Africa Lead, Build Up ^
- Michele Giovanardi, Programme Officer for Digital Peacemaking, Crisis Management Initiative – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
- Mariarosaria Taddeo, Professor of Digital Ethics and Defence Technologies, Oxford Internet Institute
- Maude Morrison*,* Deputy Director for Digital Conflict, Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue (HD)
Register here.
Webinar 3 – The Risks and Ethics of AI in Conflict Prevention
9 March | 15:00–16:00 CET
A conversation on AI-driven risks—bias, misinformation, privacy concerns, and security threats—and what mechanisms are needed to ensure safe and ethical use. UNSSC invites practitioners, researchers, technologists, policymakers, and civil society actors to join this dialogue on how AI can be harnessed responsibly to support peace, while safeguarding human rights, accountability, and trust.
Confirmed speakers:
- Giacomo Persi Paoli, Head of Security and Technology Programme, United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research
- Branka Panic, Founder, AI for Peace
Register here.
How to register
Please register in advance here: https://www.unssc.org/events/leveraging-ai-peace-unssc-webinar-learning-se...
Certificate in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:40:11 +0000
The ONLINE Certificate in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes offers participants an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes. As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st Century.
Participants will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, investments, amongst others and will learn not only the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, but also the alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.
Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.
This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
- English proficiency
- Excellent academic performance
Admissions Requirements
- English Proficiency Test Scores Report
- Statement of Purpose
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
- Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
- Transcripts of Records
- Copy of Passport
- Passport-size photo for ID purposes
Certificate in International Law and Diplomacy (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:37:43 +0000
The Certificate in International Law and Diplomacy is a programme permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students’ knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers. During this programme, students will analyse the different dimensions of international law including those related to law-making, armed conflicts, human rights, economic relations, as well as those related to the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century including dispute settlement and conflict resolution.
Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability. Additionally, students will gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN), as they will have the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Geneva and The Hague, where the UN maintains a significant presence.
Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.
This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
- English proficiency
- Excellent academic performance
Admissions Requirements
- English Proficiency Test Scores Report
- Statement of Purpose
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
- Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
- Transcripts of Records
- Copy of Passport
- Passport-size photo for ID purposes
Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:33:59 +0000
The Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic programme that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise.
Offered in an online format, students in this programme will analyse the different dimensions of development, including environmental, social, economic, and human dimensions, as well as the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century.
Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.
Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, international organizations, development agencies, academia and the private sector.
This programme, offered by two UN entities (University for Peace and United Nations Institute for Training and Research), combines the best of academic and executive-style education. Students will also gain first-hand experience of the work of the United Nations (UN) as they will have the opportunity to participate in the optional field trips to Geneva and/or The Hague where the UN maintains a significant presence.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
- English proficiency
- Excellent academic performance
Admissions Requirements
- English Proficiency Test Scores Report
- Statement of Purpose
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
- Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
- Transcripts of Records
- Copy of Passport
- Passport-size photo for ID purposes
Certificate in Gender and Development (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Hybrid Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:31:07 +0000
The HYBRID Certificate in Gender and Development, offered jointly by UPEACE and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip participants with the critical perspectives necessary for nurturing gender consciousness in development. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this certificate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.
The programme is offered in Hybrid Format (online + face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in San José, Costa Rica). Students in this programme will develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others. Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.
Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
- English proficiency
- Excellent academic performance
Admissions Requirements
- English Proficiency Test Scores Report
- Statement of Purpose
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
- Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
- Transcripts of Records
- Copy of Passport
- Passport-size photo for ID purposes
Certificate in Gender and Development (UPEACE-UNITAR) - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:28:07 +0000
The hybrid or online Certificate in Gender and Development, offered jointly by UPEACE and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip participants with the critical perspectives necessary for nurturing gender consciousness in development. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this certificate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.
The programme is offered in Hybrid Format (online + face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in San José, Costa Rica). Students in this programme will develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others. Participants will have the opportunity to complete the program within a six-month period, between September and March.
Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in relevant discipline
- English proficiency
- Excellent academic performance
Admissions Requirements
- English Proficiency Test Scores Report
- Statement of Purpose
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
- Official Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) Degree
- Undergraduate Degree Certificate of Graduation
- Transcripts of Records
- Copy of Passport
- Passport-size photo for ID purposes
Master of Arts in Gender and Development - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:21:38 +0000
The Master of Arts in Gender and Development offered by UPEACE, jointly with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), aims to equip students with critical knowledge about gender studies in its intersections with development studies. Gain the skills to advance gender equality with this graduate programme focused on the crucial role of women in diplomacy and development.
Offered both in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format, this programme will allow students to develop the skills required for a successful international career in a variety of fields – diplomacy, development, politics, social work, human resources, human rights, teaching, research, policy institutes/think tanks, and others.
Students will also attend skills development sessions and coaching sessions that are designed to support their professional careers and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, International and regional organizations, think tanks, academia, human rights organizations, and civil society.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form
- Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
- Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
- Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
- Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.
Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy - Online Modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:16:55 +0000
The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (hybrid and online formats) is a graduate programme permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students’ knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with the knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers.
During this programme – offered both in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format – students in this programme will analyze the different dimensions of development, including environmental, social, economic, and human dimensions, as well as the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century. These include dispute settlement and conflict resolution.
In addition, students will attend skills development and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form
- Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
- Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
- Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
- Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.
Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes - Online modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:12:11 +0000
The Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (onsite, hybrid, and online formats) is a graduate programme that offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes.
As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st century.
Students will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, and investments, amongst others. Students will learn the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, as well as alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.
In addition, students will attend skills-development sessions and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.
This programme is offered in an Onsite Format (face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format (within the UPEACE Virtual Learning Environment).
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form
- Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
- Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
- Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
- Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.
Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes - Hybrid modality
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:08:20 +0000
The Master of Arts in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes (onsite, hybrid, and online formats) is a graduate programme that offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes.
As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st century.
Students will examine the role of international law in the settlement of disputes in a wide array of fields such as human rights, armed conflicts, territorial and maritime border issues, environment and climate change, multilateral trade, and investments, amongst others. Students will learn the traditional legal processes employed in international and transnational adjudication, as well as alternative forms of dispute settlement prevalent in international law.
In addition, students will attend skills-development sessions and coaching sessions designed to support their professional careers and employability.
Students will have an opportunity to participate in an optional field visit to Geneva (Switzerland) and/or The Hague (Netherlands), immersing themselves in the heart of diplomacy and international law.
This programme is offered in an Onsite Format (face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), in a Hybrid Format (asynchronous classes online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica), and an Online Format (within the UPEACE Virtual Learning Environment).
How to register
Access: https://upeace.org/admission-form/
Recommendations Before Filling Out Your Admissions Form
- Review Program Details: Familiarize yourself with the full master’s and prospect information to ensure you select the best program for your needs.
- Gather Required Documents: Check the list of application-required documents and save them in an accessible location. Use PDF format for documents and JPG for images/photos.
- Complete Required Fields: Fill in all necessary fields and double-check the accuracy of your information before advancing to the next section.
- Read the Privacy Policy: Review our Privacy Policy and confirm your agreement by checking the box before submitting your application.
Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy | Edition 2 - 2026
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:45:28 +0000
The Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy offers a unique opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in international relations, professionals working in international and regional organizations, as well as governmental and non-governmental institutions, to expand their knowledge on international affairs and strengthen their capacities in the field of multilateral diplomacy. All e-Learning courses are built on UNITAR’s wealth of experience in designing and implementing training workshops on diplomacy and multilateral affairs. We offer a 25% discount for group bookings (10+). Please don't hesitate to contact mdp-elearning@unitar.org for further information.
The Diploma is offered entirely online, and is designed for a wide range of professionals including government officials, diplomats, private sector specialists, practitioners in the international arena, academics, and other stakeholders.
How to register
Access: https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/online-diploma-multilateral-diplomac...
Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy - Edition 1
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:30:10 +0000
The Online Diploma in Multilateral Diplomacy offers a unique opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in international relations, professionals working in international and regional organizations, as well as governmental and non-governmental institutions, to expand their knowledge on international affairs and strengthen their capacities in the field of multilateral diplomacy. All e-Learning courses are built on UNITAR’s wealth of experience in designing and implementing training workshops on diplomacy and multilateral affairs. We offer a 25% discount for group bookings (10+). Please don't hesitate to contact mdp-elearning@unitar.org for further information.
The Diploma is offered entirely online, and is designed for a wide range of professionals including government officials, diplomats, private sector specialists, practitioners in the international arena, academics, and other stakeholders.
How to register
Access: https://event.unitar.org/full-catalog/online-diploma-multilateral-diplomac...
Advanced Market Systems Development Training
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:21:22 +0000
Why take this course?
Our Advanced Training on Market Systems Development course is designed specifically for professionals with experience, enthusiasm, and passion for the practical challenges of MSD implementation.
This course will be run in-person. It is suitable for people who have taken other introductory MSD courses, including our own online market systems development course.
Developing a course for seasoned practitioners allows us to take a radically different approach to training. The course will be immersive and scenario-based, asking you to develop business models, negotiate with partners, and respond to unexpected events.
You will also learn about some of the most pressing challenges in market systems development today, including environmental impacts, working in conflict-affected contexts, and supporting equity.
We are offering this course, and we believe that it fills a critically needed gap in training provision among the MSD community. To make it work, however, we need your help. If you are interested in joining, please register as soon as you can – this will help build the critical mass needed to run the course.
During this course, you will:
- Build practical skills in market systems development, through immersive scenario-based training
- Learn from experts about the latest thinking in MSD, and how to apply it in your programmes
- Meet a network of senior professionals from around the world, who share your passion for MSD
- For a full description of the course content, click here.
The course will be run in-person in Istanbul, and will be full-time over the five training days. For the full course content, click here. The course consists of four components:
- Scenario training: Our course will immerse you in an MSD scenario, meeting and negotiating with market actors and donors to solve real-world challenges.
- Experience sharing: Course participants bring decades of experience in market systems development. Learn from them and come prepared to share your expertise.
- Expert presentations: Our course will feature training sessions from experts in their fields, on topics ranging from gender, to green growth, to financial services.
- Case studies: By studying experiences from other market systems development programmes, participants will learn about successful implementation.
To apply for the Advanced MSD Training, please complete the application form available here. Please note that the application does not guarantee your place, so please do not make any logistical arrangements before hearing from us. We will respond to confirm your place within two weeks of application.
As this is an advanced course, we are seeking participants with at least three years of experience in MSD implementation, ideally with some introductory training in MSD. However, we understand that everyone’s experience is different, so please apply even if your experience doesn’t exactly meet these criteria.
Health Policy and Integrated Knowledge Translation
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:05:48 +0000
Content Overview
The overall objective of this course is to explore with the participants how best to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with the knowledge users to ensure that research findings are not only accessible but also used to inform policy, practice, and system-level change. They will be introduced to theoretical frameworks in policy analysis, the political and ethical dimensions of decision-making, and the methodological foundations of Integrated Knowledge Translation. By the end of the course, the participants will have gained practical skills in co-designing research questions, synthesizing and disseminating research findings for various policy audiences, evaluating the implementation of policy interventions, and understanding the role of stakeholders in shaping policy outcomes.
Course Topics
- Foundations of Health Policy and integrated Knowledge Translation
- Partnering with Knowledge Users
- Designing Research with Impact
- Effective Knowledge Communication
- Evaluating and sustaining integrated Knowledge Translation
Course Objectives
- Explain fundamental concepts in health policy and Integrated Knowledge Translation
- Analyse real-world policy problems using established frameworks
- Applying the ethical, political, and relational dimensions of engaging with stakeholders as well as addressing their power dynamics, and influences.
- Communicate evidence effectively to policymakers and system leaders.
- Design an Integrated Knowledge Translation strategy for a specific health issue.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQj6UNYoeejfJr0QbWFisoNjTdpDDtFM...
One Health, One World: Unified Responses to Global Health Challenges
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:39 +0000
Content Overview
This course focuses on developing a critical understanding of the One Health approach and its relevance to Global Health, exploring its application to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, food safety and security, vector-borne diseases, and environmental and climate-related health risks. It also examines the challenges of implementing One Health in low- and middle-income or resource-limited settings, and critically discusses the role of global organisations such as WHO, FAO, WOAH, and UNEP in advancing One Health initiatives.
Course Topics
1. Introduction to One Health
- Definition and concepts related to One Health
- Human-animal-environment interactions
2. Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
- Transmission dynamics between animals and humans
- Risk assessment and control strategies
- Role of wildlife and livestock in disease spread
3. Infectious diseases and One Health
- Drivers of emerging diseases (climate change, urbanisation, deforestation)
- Pandemic preparedness
- Global and local surveillance
4. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in a One Health context
- AMR in human and veterinary medicine
- Antibiotic use in agriculture
- Environmental factors related to AMR
- Policy and stewardship approaches
5. Environmental health and ecosystem approaches
- Impact of environmental degradation on health
- Wildlife conservation and disease prevention
- Climate change and vector borne diseases
6. Food safety and security
- Zoonotic pathogens in food chains
- Veterinary public health
- Global food safety regulations
7. Policy, governance and implementation
8. Group work – Case study: Applying One Health concepts to Global Health problems, presentation to the class will be graded
How to registerhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQj6UNYoeejfJr0QbWFisoNjTdpDDtFM...
Special Training: UNITAR (CIFAL) Bangkok - “Sustainable Leadership in Crisis” (4 days)
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:25:00 +0000
Considering the frequency of natural disasters, man-made accidents, and violent crime in people’s daily life, CIFAL/UNITAR Bangkok (https://unitar.org/about/offices-training-centres-around-world/cifal-bangk...) collaborates with experienced security professionals and deliverers from the Human Development Forum Foundation (HDFF) in order to provide a specialized Leadership Training for “Sustainable Leadership in Crisis”. This initiative aims to increase the participants’ awareness and adeptness in handling crises prevalent in humanitarian or business operations, as well as in daily life. The training adheres closely to international regulations and takes into consideration best practices. Focus points are decision-making in crisis, situational awareness, risk mapping, and developing risk mitigation strategies tailored for leaders facing various crisis scenarios. This course is UNITAR/CIFAL Bangkok certified.
Objectives:
- To improve participants’ understanding of global leadership requirements.
- To increase the understanding of the responsibility of leaders towards a proactive security attitude and the importance of situational awareness, as well as related risk assessments.
- To provide participants with helpful tools and techniques needed to avoid or cope adequately with potentially dangerous situations.
- To increase related communications skills.
How to register
For registration: https://hdff.org/general-registration-form-new/
Or contact: trainingco@hdff.org
IPT Specialization Course on Environmental Peacebuilding
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:30:14 +0000
Climate change and environmental degradation affect human security in diverse and intersecting ways and can amplify existing conflicts and humanitarian crises. Forced migration, internal displacement, and loss of livelihoods and infrastructure caused by extreme weather events such as floods and droughts as well as competition over natural resources can contribute to political and social instability, increase pre-existing inequalities, and challenge communities’ resilience and peaceful co-existence. At the same time, cooperation on the shared threat of climate change and environmental degradation as well as natural resource management can offer entry points for collective and inclusive peacebuilding initiatives. Environmental peacebuilding recognizes that cooperation on environmental and climate issues can play an important role in preventing and dealing with conflicts.
Learning Objectives:
The IPT Specialization Course on Environmental Peacebuilding offers a comprehensive training on the environment, climate, peace, and security nexus. Throughout the course, participants will engage in interactive discussions, group work, and exercises to learn how to apply an environment and climate lens to different aspects of peacebuilding work. Among others, participants will:
- Get familiar with the concept of environmental peacebuilding.
- Explore the complex interlinkages between the environment, climate, peace, and security.
- Understand how environmental degradation and climate change can act as risk multiplier and driver of conflict.
- Learn how to identify environment and climate related entry points for peacebuilding.
- Learn about existing policy, legal, and human rights frameworks related to environmental peacebuilding.
- Understand the role of different actors, including peacekeeping, peacebuilding, development and humanitarian actors in environmental peacebuilding and the need for integrated multi-stakeholder approaches.
- Gain awareness on environmental do-no-harm approaches, including one’s own conduct and environmental footprint.
- Develop skills on how to apply a climate and environmental lens to conflict analysis and peacebuilding interventions.
Course language: English
Course costs: 2,200 € (covering full-board accommodation)
Target group:
- Professionals working with multilateral organizations, I/NGOs, civil society, local grassroot organizations, academia, or government institutions.
- Peacebuilding, peacekeeping, humanitarian and development practitioners, who want to reflect and expand their knowledge and skills in an international and interdisciplinary group-setting.
- People who serve as multipliers in their countries and communities and can pass on the knowledge and skills acquired in the course.
Requirements:
- A good command of English is a prerequisite for attending the course. Prior knowledge and skills in the practical and/or academic field of peacebuilding are strongly encouraged.
How to register
26th Sanremo Summer School
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:28:48 +0000
Overall objectives
This two-week course presents the key aspects of the Law of Armed Conflict, International Human Rights Law, Refugee and Migration Law, related fields and topical issues.
This course will allow participants to:
- Improve their knowledge of International Law and apply principles and rules of International Humanitarian Law, International Human Rights Law, Refugee and Migration Law;
- Share differing national and cultural experiences and approaches, fostering a better understanding of and innovative solutions to multi-national challenges;
- Develop wide-ranging analytical skills applicable to real-life operational settings;
- Receive an official certificate from a unique center of excellence recognized all over the world, active since 1970 in humanitarian training and diplomacy.
Target audience
The course is addressed to a broad range of participants, including civilian and military legal advisors, officers, UN professionals, staff from international governmental and non-governmental organisations, academics, researchers, and other humanitarian practitioners operating in crisis scenarios. Unlike other specialised IIHL activities, the Sanremo Summer School is specifically structured as a multidisciplinary training program. Its design aims to bring together professionals from diverse backgrounds to highlight legal challenges arising from their varied perspectives, viewpoints, and experiences.
Methodology
Within the course, practitioners, academics and experts in the above-mentioned fields will work together with participants to foster a deep understanding and proper implementation of International Humanitarian Law, International Human Rights Law, Refugee and Migration Law, and many other related international rules governing today’s armed conflicts and humanitarian crises. The Course strikes a balance between theory and practice and is delivered through a participatory and creative teaching methodology, aimed at facilitating the learning process and implementing the knowledge gained throughout the training. Sessions include lectures, presentations, case studies, group work, and other activities, responding to various learning styles of a diverse audience.
How to registerIn order to register, follow the URL to the course page and fill and the Registration Form. After confirmation of acceptance, pay the fee.
Queries on the course registration and administrative questions should be directed to eleonora.tranquillo@iihl.org
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:26:14 +0000
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) is crucial for individuals deployed in risk-associated, precarious or volatile environments. Therefore, it is essential to invest in specific training focused on awareness of security risks and the challenges of the specific environments to reduce the risks of loss of lives and injuries.
HEAT aims to improve participants’ comprehension of the challenging field requirements while working individually or as a team member within the context of an international organisation or institution.
The BLUESPEAR HEAT programme will equip individuals operating in risk theatres with essential tools on how to manage and reduce the risks, which in some cases may be lifesaving. Our HEAT programme is developed in line with the EU ENTRI guidelines in order to deliver a high standard training.
OUR HEAT EXPERTS
The BLUESPEAR instructor pool is composed solely of highly skilled instructors with extensive experience in hostile and complex environments and include professionals within the NGO world, certified medics, as well as journalists and security experts. This unique combination of expertise ensures that our training programmes are covered from different professional perspectives.
METHODOLOGY
The BLUESPEAR HEAT programme will be delivered through a combination of theoretical and practical sessions, including presentations, group discussions and live scenario's.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The BLUESPEAR Hostile Environment Awareness course (HEAT) is a tailor made advanced security awareness programme designed to prepare personnel of international institutions and (I)NGOs, aid and humanitarian workers, contractors, journalists, investigators of international tribunals and individuals (business travellers) to operate and travel in challenging, complex and high risk theatres. The training will provide the participants a different set of skills and invaluable knowledge to deal with various complex situations in hostile regions.
BLUESPEAR HEAT OBJECTIVES
- Participants will acquire a better understanding of the various risks and dangerous situations in their area of deployment.
- Participants will gain more confidence in managing stressful situations and conflicts.
- Participants will be able to improve their ability to plan their (humanitarian) operations effectively.
- Participants will prepare to travel and operate safely in dangerous environments.
- Participants will increase their competency to analyze and mitigate risks and threats.
- Participants will develop new practical skills and capabilities indispensable in hostile regions.
OUR HEAT MODULES
The BLUESPEAR HEAT course is comprised of 5 Modules covering a wide range of topics necessary to prepare professionals working in challenging environments to the best extent:
- MODULE 1: DEPLOYMENT TO HOSTILE REGIONS
- MODULE 2: MEDICAL TRAINING
- MODULE 3: SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (Scenarios)
- MODULE 4: OPERATIONAL READINESS
- MODULE 5: FIELD TRAINING EXERCISE
GOOD TO KNOW
- No 9 to 5 HEAT • No comfort zone • No luxury accommodation
- Local transportation and procedure will be communicated after registration
- Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner is a group effort
- Teamwork and collaboration are at the core
- Bring along your sleeping bag • head lamp • towels and toiletries • sportswear • sufficient reserve clothing
- Your helmet and flack jacket if any and good spirit and motivation
How to register
Interested professionals can apply for our HEAT programme by completing our registration form available on https://www.bluespear.eu/
Once we receive a completed registration form, our training team will get in contact to finalize the enrollment procedure.
For additional information candidates can also send directly an email to:
info@bluespear.eu
2nd Online Course on Cultural Property Protection in the event of Armed Conflict
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:54:41 +0000
Cultural heritage, encompassing historical monuments, works of art, archaeological sites, and many other buildings and objects of cultural value, forms a vital part of the collective memory, identity, and values of communities.
In the event of armed conflict, this heritage faces significant risks, not only from incidental harm such as collateral damage or looting but also from deliberate attacks aimed at erasing a population’s connection to its history. As a result, over recent decades, culture has increasingly become a frontline casualty of war, with its damage and destruction exploited by belligerents to incite violence, hatred, and vengeance. Such acts undermine social cohesion, destabilise communities, and exacerbate conflicts, making the path to sustainable peace even more challenging.
Recognising the universal importance of cultural heritage for fostering peace, international law has evolved to protect it during armed conflict. This legal framework is reinforced by best practices from military and civilian actors, who must integrate heritage preservation into broader strategies for peace and security. By adapting tools, behaviors, and developing skills to safeguard cultural property, military forces, civilian personnel, and other stakeholders contribute to a more comprehensive and sustainable approach to the conduct of hostilities, conflict resolution and post-conflict recovery, besides preserving invaluable testimonies of a specific community and humanity at large
Overall objectives
The main objective of the course is to provide participants with the legal knowledge and key analytical tools necessary to comply with and apply the existing international rules governing cultural property and heritage protection in armed conflict. The course also aims at promoting the use of the UNESCO Manual on the Protection of Cultural Property as a reference manual for military, civilian and humanitarian practitioners deployed in the field.
This course aims to:
- Enhance awareness of the importance of cultural property protection for humanitarian practitioners and military personnel;
- Strengthen knowledge of legal frameworks governing cultural property protection, including International Humanitarian Law, International Human Rights Law, and International Criminal Law, along with their associated safeguarding duties;
- Improve understanding of military responsibility and accountability for violations of international law concerning cultural property protection;
- Address operational challenges in cultural property protection—such as marking, targeting, trafficking, looting, and the emergence of new actors —and explore the latest developments and technologies to overcome these issues;
- Promote the benefits of civil-military networks in achieving the shared goal of cultural property protection;
- Highlight the connection between cultural property protection and peace processes, including the role of restitution in reconciliation and transitional justice;
- Encourage collaboration and the exchange of experiences among professionals across various institutional levels, sectors (public, private, national, and international), and countries.
Methodology
The programme will integrate both live and self-paced training sessions.Attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the subject through self-paced sub-curricula and live interactions with the high-level teaching staff, accurately selected by the organisers. The delivery of assignments will be required to successfully complete the course (see the concept note of the course for more detailed information).
Exercises and case studies will be mainly focused on the real-life application of the international legal standards illustrated by the facilitators, also offering an opportunity to study the best practices implemented on the ground by the most relevant international organisations, NGOs and other actors.
Target Audience
The course is addressed to a broad range of participants, including civilian and military legal advisors, officers, UN professionals, staff from international governmental and non-governmental organisations, academics, researchers, and other humanitarian practitioners operating in crisis scenarios.
How to registerIn order to register, follow the URL to the course page and fill the registration form. After confirmation of acceptance, pay the fee.
Queries on the course registration and administrative questions should be directed to eleonora.tranquillo@iihl.org.
