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IV Summer Course: Human Rights in a Broader European Perspective

17–26 July 2002

In emergency situations aid workers are frequently confronted with difficult questions about minimum standards, humanitarian law and the longer-term impacts of their work. This course provides current or prospective field workers with up-to-date information on topics they need to know about.

Topics are 1. The Nature of Emergencies; 2. Humanitarian Law; 3. Actors in Emergencies.

The methodology uses a variety of participatory training methods such as case studies, simulation exercises, problem-solving activities and group discussions, along with formal presentations. Throughout the course, participants are encouraged to share ideas and discuss issues arising from their own experiences through group discussion and presentations.

Level: professional

Location: London, United Kingdom

Participants: both experienced aid workers and those who are interested in working overseas.

Tuition, fee, lodging: £ 175 individuals / £ 225 organisations (without accommodation); £ 225 individuals / £ 275 organisations (with accommodation). The fees include meals, course materials and tuition fees.

Contact Information:
HUMAN RIGHTS CENTRE - IUS GENTIUM CONIMBRIGAE
Faculty of Law
University of Coimbra
Largo da Porta Férrea
3004 - 545 Coimbra
PORTUGAL
Tel: +351 239859868
Fax: +351 239823353
E-mail: lschool@fd.uc.pt
Web: http://www.fd.uc.pt/hrc/cls