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“International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice” is the first MOOC of the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum on International Humanitarian Law, which is the platform within the Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies of Leiden University for the research, teaching and dissemination of international humanitarian law (IHL). In this course, Prof. Robert Heinsch, Dr. Giulia Pinzauti and Dr. Emma Irving will give you a deep insight into the rules that govern armed conflict, and aim to mitigate human suffering on the battlefield. You will explore the why and how of IHL, followed by the different types of conflict. In no time you will find out which rules apply to the civil war in Syria, the military intervention in Ukraine and the occupation of the West Bank. During this course, you will learn how hostilities should be waged: Which weapons can be used by combatants and other fighters? And, who should never be a target during military operations? We will also look into the concept of protected persons, and you will find out how IHL affords protection to the sick and wounded, medical personal, detainees, children, journalists and other persons who are not - or not anymore - fighting. At the end of this course, you are introduced to the different implementation and enforcement mechanisms that aim to increase respect for IHL. Here, you are invited to think critically whether IHL works! Throughout this course you will benefit from a mix of theory and practice, which is at the heart of the vision and mandate of the Kalshoven-Gieskes Forum. You can participate for instance in an ongoing case study where drones are flying over the fictitious country Arfula, and detainees are locked up in tiny cells. Or, you can join our discussions about IHL success stories and the major IHL challenges we face today, with distinguished speakers from the International Committee of the Red Cross and US Naval War College! This course is free to join and to participate in. There is the possibility to get a verified certificate for the course, which is a paid option. If you want a certificate, but are unable to pay for it, you can request financial aid via Coursera....

Top reviews

AS

Dec 15, 2018

this course is helpful in basic understanding of IHL and in understanding the difference between Human rights laws and IHL enforcements . Teaching Faculty clarified simplified the overview very well.

VS

May 31, 2019

A really very wonderful, articulate and helpful course. The Professors were great with their knowledge and presentations. The practical insight given by the guest-speakers were just priceless.

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By legum A

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May 4, 2023

thank you for providing this opportunity

By Jamiru M

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Sep 15, 2020

İt was very great to attend this course.

By Kwesi D

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Feb 7, 2022

EXCELLENT WORK BY YOU ALL. THANK YOU!

By Mariana R

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Sep 17, 2021

Excellent introductory course to IHL!

By Tim F

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Apr 15, 2020

Well presented and informative course

By Modhi

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Jan 14, 2020

good job and was enjoy with coursear

By Fatima z E

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May 11, 2022

I COMMEND YOU FOR THIS COURSE

FATIMA

By Sarah D

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Oct 13, 2020

Good for refreshing your knowledge!

By Laís R d S

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Jun 12, 2020

Curso incrível e muito aprofundado!

By LIZBETH V

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Jan 31, 2025

Es bastante interesante y me gustó

By Rakesh T

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Sep 23, 2023

simply saying its EXCELLENT course

By Yasuranga A

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May 12, 2023

A very good online course on IHL.

By Busayo A

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Oct 16, 2022

It was an eye-opening experience.

By Aman M

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Jul 10, 2020

Great Course ..Very Resourceful..

By SS F

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Dec 27, 2019

Very useful and very informative.

By Luz M O V

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Aug 23, 2024

El diplomado excelente contenido

By Mathias N N

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Jan 2, 2023

great content easy to understand

By Malik I A

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Jan 26, 2022

Fantastic and informative Course

By Sarah A

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Mar 1, 2021

best study material and guidance

By Roberto G

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Jan 15, 2021

marvelous course, thanks for all

By Hany G

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Oct 21, 2020

That's great to get this course.

By Татьяна Н

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Apr 25, 2023

Благодарю!! Замечательный курс.

By ERICK M R

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Apr 14, 2023

excelente curso muchas gracias.

By ROGER H A V

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Dec 31, 2019

EXCELLENT COURSE, VERY COMPLETE

By Mulki H A P

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Apr 24, 2019

The greatest course in my life!