Global Certificate in Police Accountability: A Human Rights Approach

• Introduction to Police Accountability & Human Rights: This unit will cover the fundamental concepts of police accountability and how it intersects with human rights. It will provide an overview of the importance of ensuring that law enforcement respects and protects human rights. • International Human Rights Framework & Police Accountability: This unit will delve into the international human rights framework and how it applies to police accountability. It will cover international human rights treaties, mechanisms, and principles relevant to police conduct. • Human Rights-Based Approach to Police Training: This unit will explore the benefits of incorporating a human rights-based approach to police training and education. It will provide guidance on how to design and implement such training programs. • Police Oversight Mechanisms & Independent Investigations: This unit will discuss the various police oversight mechanisms and the importance of independent investigations when allegations of human rights violations arise. It will examine best practices for establishing and maintaining effective oversight bodies. • Police Use of Force & Human Rights: This unit will examine the use of force by police from a human rights perspective. It will discuss the international standards governing the use of force and the importance of ensuring that police use force in a manner that is necessary and proportionate. • Police Interactions with Vulnerable Groups & Human Rights: This unit will explore the unique challenges that police face when interacting with vulnerable groups, such as children, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. It will provide guidance on how to ensure that police respect and protect the human rights of these groups. • Police Accountability in Cyberspace & Human Rights: This unit will cover the challenges that police face in ensuring accountability in cyberspace, as well as the human rights implications of police conduct in this realm. It will discuss the use of surveillance technology, social media monitoring, and other emerging issues. • Promoting Police Integrity & Combating Corruption: This unit will examine the relationship between police integrity and human rights. It will provide guidance on how to promote police integrity and combat corruption, as well as the importance of ensuring that law enforcement is transparent and accountable. • Remedies & Redress for Police Misconduct: This unit will discuss the various remedies and redress mechanisms available to victims of police misconduct. It will examine the