20. 3. 2024 | EUCTI, POTC, PR
Last week, the Gender Mainstreaming in Peace Operations and Missions training programme, held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from March 11-15, 2024, came to an end. Organised by the Peace Operations Training Centre (POTC) and supported by the European Union Civilian Training Initiative (EUCTI), the intensive programme aimed to enhance the effectiveness of peace missions with regard to the gender perspective.
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20 participants from Mongolia gained valuable insights into integrating gender perspectives into peacekeeping strategies, preventing conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence, and navigating international legal frameworks promoting gender equality.
The training programme concluded with a renewed commitment to building inclusive, effective, and sustainable peace efforts worldwide. Moving forward, continued investment in such initiatives is essential to ensuring that gender considerations remain at the forefront of peace operations, fostering a future of inclusive peace and security for all.
POTC would like to thank all involved: the Mongolian State personnel, EUCTI, and the trainers who helped make this training activity on the other side of the world a success.
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20. 2. 2024 | POTC, PR
In a concerted effort to strengthen the effectiveness of peace missions and operations, the Peace Operations Training Centre (POTC), in cooperation with the Mongolian State and supported by the European Union Civilian Training Initiative (EUCTI), will host a 4-day training programme on “Gender Mainstreaming in Peace Operations and Missions” in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from March 11-15, 2024.
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This intensive Gender Mainstreaming programme targets personnel currently deployed or preparing to deploy on peace missions and operations. Through a combination of theoretical and practical sessions, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of:
- Gender concepts and frameworks: Examining the impact of gender on conflict dynamics and how analysis informs effective peacekeeping strategies.
- Protection of women and girls: Delving into best practices for preventing and responding to conflict-related sexual and gender-based violence (CRSV).
- UN Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace and Security: Navigating the international legal framework promoting gender equality in peacekeeping operations.
- Communication and advocacy: Developing skills to communicate effectively about gender issues within missions and with local communities.
By equipping peacekeepers with the necessary knowledge and skills about gender mainstreaming, this training programme represents a crucial step towards building more inclusive, effective, and sustainable peace efforts.
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30. 1. 2024 | Peace and security, POTC, PR
Peace Operations Training Centre (POTC) and the European Security and Defence College (ESDC) have joined forces to organise a training course titled “A Comprehensive Approach to Gender in Operations.” Scheduled from March 19-21 at Jable Castle with one extra day of self-paced eLearning, the program aims to enhance operational effectiveness by equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to integrate a gender perspective in international peace operations and missions.
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The training course, developed based on the ESDC’s Activity Number 21 curriculum and POTC’s prior training activities, focuses on key learning objectives spanning knowledge, skills, and competence outcomes. Participants will gain insights into recognising the relevance of a gender perspective in peace operations, understanding international legal frameworks related to gender equality, and identifying security needs and perspectives of local populations in crisis or conflict environments.
The target audience for the program includes 20 civilian experts, police, and military personnel actively involved or planning to participate in international missions or operations. The course is open to middle-management military officials, civilians, police, and diplomats from EU Member States and institutions, as well as individuals interested in future participation in CSDP, NATO, OSCE, or UN missions.
The application process is open until February 29th, 2024, with a selection process conducted by POTC/ESDC. Notification of selection will be communicated by March 3rd, 2024. The working language of the training is English, and fluency in English is required.
Participation during the whole duration of the gender in operations training (3 full days at Jable Castle with approximately 10 hours of program/day and approximately 4 hours of the eLearning module
prior to the start of the training) is mandatory in order to receive a certificate of participation at the end of the training. Participants who are not from Slovenia are expected to arrive no later than Monday, 18th of March.
Accommodation will not be covered by POTC. However, upon request, POTC can assist with finding economic accommodation in Ljubljana, which is 15 minutes away from Jable Castle. Upon request, POTC can also assist with finding optimal local transport solutions for participants coming from outside of Slovenia.
Application of participants is through national nominators: List of ESDC Nominators (ENLIST system)
(JotForm LINK)
Tentative course programme: PDF LINK
For further information, interested individuals can contact: [email protected]
This comprehensive training initiative reflects the commitment of POTC and ESDC to advancing gender equality and mainstreaming in international peace operations and missions.
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24. 3. 2023 | POTC, PR
The past week, POTC successfully organised the 3-day Gender Equality and Gender Mainstreaming in Peace Operations and Missions training course, which officially concluded on April 23. This was the fifth edition of the training under the auspices of POTC.
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Participants from Slovenia and elsewhere in Europe were engaged in a stimulating multi-day training course that aimed to inform and educate about gender equality and gender mainstreaming in international missions and operations.
The focus of the gender mainstreaming course was primarily on:
- learning and understanding the concept of gender, sexual differences, biological and social determinants
- knowing and understanding the different consequences and outcomes that gender identity and sexual orientation have on people living in conflict zones
- getting to know the international legal framework that ensures gender equality in international operations and missions
- learning about the concrete tools and approaches for gender mainstreaming in international missions and operations
- practical mission knowledge from experienced trainers on the topic
The lecturers and participants all contributed to a fruitful and informative course that will hopefully impact peace operations and other areas of work in a positive and balancing manner.
We wish to thank everyone involved and look forward to our next courses!
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