Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights
The Geneva Academy of International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights provides postgraduate education, conducts academic legal research, and facilitates policy dialogue in international law and human rights.
The Geneva Academy has a global reputation for excellent teaching and research, attracting exceptional students and professionals to its master’s and training programmes. We concentrate on branches of international law that relate to situations of armed conflict, protracted violence and protection of human rights.
Focusing on the following sustainable development goals (SDGs)
How we work
The Geneva Academy provides advanced education on international humanitarian law, human rights and transitional justice. We also conduct pioneering research and foster policy debate.
The Academy offers two full-time master programmes and executive education, including a part-time master programme for working professionals. We also facilitate expert meetings, and organise public events to enhance understanding and implementation of international humanitarian law and human rights globally.
... and why
Our alumni are leaders in the humanitarian, human rights and transitional justice fields, working as legal advisers, researchers, professors, diplomats, advocates or field officers with international organisations, international courts and tribunals, NGOs, academic institutions, development agencies or governments. By educating future leaders, generating influential research, and contributing to policy development, the Geneva Academy seeks to advance the protection of individuals and communities affected by armed conflict and human rights violations.
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