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Name Introduction to International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
Type Distance education
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Humanitarian leadership academy, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Distance learning
Humanitarian leadership academy, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Objectives In this interactive e-learning course, you will go through the basic questions relating to the law of armed conflict, or International Humanitarian Law (IHL). You will learn about the origins and sources of this body of law, as well as to which situations it applies. You will also learn how to distinguish international from non-international armed conflicts. You will find out more about the specific rules protecting civilians, detainees, the wounded and sick, as well as medical personnel.
By the end of this course, you will have a better grasp of the three key principles in IHL that regulate the conduct of hostilities - distinction, proportionality and precautions – and will be able to illustrate how they limit the effects of armed conflict on the civilian population. Finally, you will also learn how IHL is implemented, what happens when violations occur, and what the ICRC’s role is in promoting respect for this body of law.
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Degree/Certificate Certificate
Tuition/Accommodation This course is free
Homepage kayaconnect.org/course/info.php?id=1284

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