Global Certificate in War & Peace: Legal Frameworks

• International Humanitarian Law (IHL): Understanding the rules and principles that govern the conduct of parties during armed conflicts, including the protection of civilians and prisoners of war.
• Laws of War: Examining the historical development and modern application of the laws of war, including the Geneva Conventions and Hague Conventions.
• War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity: Investigating the legal definition, prosecution, and punishment of war crimes and crimes against humanity, including genocide and torture.
• Peace Agreements and Ceasefires: Analyzing the legal frameworks and challenges of negotiating and implementing peace agreements and ceasefires in post-conflict societies.
• Refugee Law: Studying the international legal frameworks governing the protection of refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
• Human Rights Law: Exploring the international human rights law framework and its intersection with war and peace, including the rights to life, liberty, and security of person.
• International Criminal Law: Examining the legal framework for prosecuting individuals responsible for international crimes, including the International Criminal Court (ICC) and ad hoc tribunals.
• Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding: Investigating the legal and policy frameworks for international peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations, including the role of the United Nations and regional organizations.