Peace Operations Training Institute

Our latest webinar on the Implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda features Jen Wittwer, CSM, FCPHR. Drawing on her extensive experience in the military and peace operations, as well as her expertise as an international gender, peace, and security consultant, Wittwer highlights the critical importance of women's participation in the historically male-dominated field of peace operations. She also discusses the importance of e-learning that equips individuals with practical tools to apply a gender perspective in these contexts. Captain (Ret.) Wittwer retired from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in 2018 after a distinguished 37-year career. In 2013, she became the first ADF officer to deploy to Afghanistan as a gender adviser. She has since worked extensively on the WPS agenda both within the ADF and while seconded to the peace and security section of UN Women in New York. There, she served as a policy specialist and military liaison officer, focusing on peace operations and issues of sexual exploitation and abuse. Wittwer is also the author of Against the Wind, a book that explores how women can be their authentic selves in male-dominated professions. Currently pursuing a PhD in Gender, Peace, and Security at Monash University, Wittwer is a co-author of the Institute’s Preventing Violence Against Women and Promoting Gender Equality in Peace Operations course. She also contributed to the development of our three courses on the Implementation of the UN Security Council Resolutions on the WPS Agenda. You can engage with her insightful commentary by watching the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/edT2vNWX

Are you interested in increasing your effectiveness as a civilian working in peace support or humanitarian relief? The Peace Operations Specialized Training (POST) Certificate Programme offers students the opportunity to earn a certificate showcasing professional skills in one or more specialized areas, including civilian service. To earn a POST Certificate, you must successfully complete eight POTI courses and pass a comprehensive examination. Upon completion, you will receive an official letter of congratulations, transcript, and POST Certificate. Learn more about the Civilian Service POST Certificate and invest in your professional development here: bit.ly/POTIPOST

Last week, POTI Deputy Director Elisabeth Rosenbaum Maurer had the honour of presenting to the 2024 Latin American Association of Peacekeeping Training Centers (ALCOPAZ) General Assembly in Santiago, Chile. Discussing our versatile curriculum, she highlighted the Institute’s current impact and capacity for continued support for peace operations training in Latin America. Many thanks to our invaluable Latin American partners for a productive week! 

POTI is pleased to announce the new audiobook version of our Protection of Cultural Property: Online Course for the Military, Police, and Law Enforcement. Whether you’re interested in studying on the go or simply prefer listening to course content, we encourage you to listen and learn today! This course was co-published with the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and based on the UNESCO Military Manual on Cultural Property Protection. Crucially, it discusses international rules protecting cultural property before, during, and after armed conflict. Enrol here: https://lnkd.in/dYKfHd4

The Peace Operations Training Institute is a finalist for the 2024 EUTECH SDG Awards! Our Institute is under consideration for the SDG 16 award, which honors an organization championing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of peace, justice and strong institutions. To cast your vote for us, please visit this link: https://lnkd.in/eRRQZcvz

We are excited to announce the release of French and Spanish translations of our new module, Security Sector Reform & Governance: Leadership Engagement. Study in your preferred language and better understand a mission leader's role in security sector reform and governance. Based on the United Nations "CROSSROADS" guidance, the module provides an overview of the basic principles underscoring the United Nations' approach to security sector reform and governance (SSR&G). This executive-level training explains the role of mission leadership in building the foundations for peace, development, and human rights through SSR&G. Cohesive "One-United Nations" support of national leaders is outlined through strategies and recommendations which emphasize the value of strengthening security sector governance. Finally, indicators facilitate senior leadership's self-reflection to measure progress and better prioritize SSR&G outcomes. Begin learning today: https://lnkd.in/eWFPtuWs

Dr. Cedric de Coning and Col. (Ret.) Christopher Holshek, the authors of our newly updated Civil-Military Coordination in Peace Operations course, published an article exploring the convergence of civil-military coordination and adaptive peacebuilding. Detailing the importance of responsiveness and collaboration in support of civilian-led peace efforts, the article’s insights are essential for all actors in peace operations. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/dU8myCz8 Enrol in Civil-Military Coordination in Peace Operations: https://lnkd.in/dcgxyikb

POTI is honoured to meet with partners at the 28th IAPTC Annual Conference hosted by CIPS in Pakistan this week. The conference is an excellent opportunity to discuss training initiatives and exchange ideas. #28IAPTC

The October issue of our newsletter is now available! 📰 Read it to learn more about POTI’s recent work and plans for the near future: https://lnkd.in/eEKFbDn6

Are you interested in advancing your understanding of gender equality and learning the best practices to promote gender awareness in your work? The Peace Operations Specialized Training (POST) Certificate Programme offers students the opportunity to earn a certificate showcasing professional skills in one or more specialized areas, including gender awareness.   To earn a POST Certificate, you must successfully complete eight POTI courses and pass a comprehensive examination. Upon completion, you will receive an official letter of congratulations, transcript, and POST Certificate. Learn more about the Gender Awareness POST Certificate and invest in your professional development here: bit.ly/POTIPOST #WPS #elearning #professionaldevelopment #genderawareness #peaceopstraining