Devco Training on Justice, Democracy and the Rule of Law, Brussels, 30 June – 4 July 2014
DG DEVCO
Event details
Description
Objective of the course is to update participants on how to approach programming in the governance area, in particular as regards support to justice, democracy and the rule of law in development cooperation in light of the most recent EU policy, guidance and lessons learned in these areas. The training seeks to deepen the understanding and knowledge on strategies and most effective interventions and best practices on justice, democracy and rule of law, including rights based approach and gender mainstreaming. As the training aims to be interactive and create space for exchange of best practices, challenges and field experiences in these areas, colleagues from Delegations and geographical units are invited to contribute actively along with the trainers to the sessions. The course will use practical examples, group work and simulations thought the programme.
More specifically, the training aims to:
o Refresh participants on Justice, Democracy and Rule of Law concepts and characteristics;
o Place Justice, Democracy and Rule of Law within the international and national context, and explain how the context impacts on the approach to be taken;
o Build a practical understanding around the key characteristics Justice, Democracy and Rule of Law based on debate and discussions, exercises and case studies;
o Help participants understand their potential role in supporting national Justice, Democracy and Rule of Law processes;
o Identify key lessons from practical Justice, Democracy and Rule of Law experiences.
This is also to invite you, dear colleagues, to indicate any specific needs or topics you wish this training to address, including your possible interest/availability to present case studies/field experiences in these areas already at this stage, before finalisation of the training agenda.More detailed training agenda will be available as soon.
To register, please use below hyperlinks, or contact: CAUDRON Anne (DEVCO) <Anne.Caudron@ec.europa.eu>
DEVCO staff info and registration - here
EEAS staff info and registration - here
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