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29 October 2024 - Geneva (Switzerland)

Side-event on "The Impacts of Armed Conflict on Children: Preventing and addressing IHL Violations against Children and Responding to Children's Needs" 

Side-event to the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent.

Representatives of UNETCHAC take part in this important initiative in which issues related to the prevention of violations against children to build a global culture of respect for IHL and to the accountability for serious violations, rehabilitation and reintegration of children affected by armed conflict are addressed.

FLYER/PROGRAMME

22 APRIL 2024

CONFERENCE

“The Contribution of Sport to the Promotion of Development And Peace”

This conference will be organized by the Universities Network for Children in Armed Conflict (UNETCHAC) and the University of Rome “Foro Italico” in line with what the United Nations called for in the resolution that established the International Day of Sports for Development and Peace (IDSDP)

This event, which will take place in Rome at the headquarters of the University of Rome “Foro Italico”, member of UNETCHAC, aims to spread, particularly among young people, knowledge and awareness about the importance of sports as a powerful tool in promoting development, strengthening bridges of dialogue and fostering mutual understanding, and thus contributing to the building of a more harmonious, peaceful and supportive world.  It will also be an opportunity for the Universities Network to present some research proposals on this relevant topic.

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ADVANCED COURSE ON MEDIATION IN INTERNATIONAL CONFLICTS

University of Genoa, 22-27 July 2024

The “Advanced Course on Mediation in International Conflict” is a Summer School designed to delve into the dynamics of international conflicts and to develop advanced skills in conducting mediation in the context of international organizations and bilateral diplomatic relations. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the course focuses on mediation in international conflicts and the post-conflict phase, inclusive participation of women and youth, protection of children in armed conflicts, and the role of new technologies in mediation processes.  READ MORE

10 November 2023
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
"The Impact of Armed Conflict on Children, Boys and Girls.
Research and Study on the Legal and Social Aspects"

New Hall of the Parliamentary Groups (Italian House of Representatives)
10:30 a.m (CET) and in virtual modality.
The event will be the occasion to present the results of the Project, carried out by UNETCHAC, in collaboration with the Istituto di studi politici “S. Pio V”, supported by Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale with the participation of Representatives of the Italian and International Institutions, UNETCHAC worldwide professors and researchers, NGOs representatives and the involvement of Italian students.
The UNETCHAC International Award 2023 and the UNETCHAC scholarships 2023 delivery will conclude the Conference
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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
"The National Action Plans on UNSCR 1325 and the impact of armed conflicts on children" - Nairobi, KENYA
Organized by UNETCHAC and  the Institute of Political Studies “S. Pio V” , supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
18 Oct 2023
10.00 am – 5.30 pm (GMT+3) at TANGAZA University, NAIROBI   READ MORE...
CULTURAL EVENT
15/09/2023
Event on "Children in Armed Conflicts. The Importance of Raising Awareness Among Young People” where it will be presented the book "Building Competencies and Awareness on the International Protection of Children Affected by Armed Conflict" by UNETCHAC, realized in collaboration with the Institute of Political Studies "San Pio V", published by Gambini Editore Italian Publishing House and sponsored by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation,
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82488619304?pwd=c00rcWp6WE5rb005dXlBUmhVSVN2QT09#success
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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
"The National Action Plans on UNSCR 1325 and the impact of armed conflicts on children" - KOSOVO
Organized by UNETCHAC and  the Institute of Political Studies “S. Pio V” , supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
5 Sep 2023
9.00 am – 5.30 pm  UTC +5:30 at the University of Prishtina, Kosovo   READ MORE...
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
"The National Action Plans on UNSCR 1325 and the impact of armed conflicts on children" - SRI LANKA
Organized by UNETCHAC and  the Institute of Political Studies “S. Pio V” , supported by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
24 July 2023
9.00 am – 5.30 pm  UTC +5:30 at the Hotel Taj Samudra, Colombo   READ MORE...
RESEARCH
The Network provided comments on the revision of the ICC OTP Policy on Children.
22 June 2023     READ MORE...
PROJECT

"The National Action Plans on UNSCR1325 and the impact of armed conflict on boys and girls: a study and analysis of the International Universities Network" has been launched during the Constanta Conference

Constanta, Romania, 15-16 June 2023      READ MORE...

CONFERENCE
"Responsibilities to protect in theory and practice" 
UNETCHAC was pleased to attend a very interesting Conference organized by the University of Ljubljana, (Faculty of Law).
University of  Ljubljana, 11-12 May 2023     READ MORE...
CONFERENCE
XVII National Conference of the Italian Red Cross trainers
UNETCHAC was delighted to attend the panel 'The protection of infancy in armed conflict' during the XVII National Conference of the Italian Red Cross trainers. 
Rome, 25 March 2023   READ MORE...
UNETCHAC together with Studio Cataldi Law Firm, L.A.W. International and the International Criminal Bar (ICB) is launching the second edition of its Advanced Training Course to develop the skills of legal professionals in the field of International justice on issues related to children affected by armed conflicts
18 May - 28 July 2023     READ MORE...
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF EDUCATION
UNETCHAC together with its testimonial Mrs. Grazia Di Michele, Italian singer-songwriter, music therapist and vocal coach, was delighted and honored to celebrate the fifth International Day of Education with a music video for giving hope and peace to children affected by armed conflict in the world.
Online initiative, 24 January 2023     READ MORE...
CONFERENCE
THE COMMITMENT OF THE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT
Rome, Thursday November 24, 12 Pm CE     READ MORE...

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

"The mandate of the United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary General for Children in Armed Conflict and the Plight of Children in Armed Conflict"

A Conversation with Mrs. Virginia Gamba de Potgieter. 

Rome, 23 November 2023     READ MORE...

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

"CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT: HOW CAN THEY BE PROTECTED IN A MULTILEVEL INTERNATIONAL FRAMEWORK"

A two-day Conference organized together with the UNESCO Chair in Human Rights at the University of Luxembourg, in collaboration with L.A.W. International and the Institute of Political Studies “S. Pio V”, under the patronage of the Italian Embassy in Luxembourg.  (University of Luxembourg & virtually)
Luxembourg, 21-22 October 2022     READ MORE...

Advanced Training Course "INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL JURISDICTION AND CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT"

UNETCHAC in collaboration with L.A.W International and the prestigious Italian Law Firm Cataldi is launching the  First Advanced Training Course, titled "INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL JURISDICTION AND CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT. Procedural and deontological profiles concerning the role of lawyers".

 8 June_  21 October 2022     READ MORE...

 
 
Crimes in Ukraine: international and Ukrainian academics and jurists launch a task force 
A Project coordinated by UNETCHAC to protect civilians and minors
The legal and academic world is launching a task force that, from Italy to Ukraine, from Europe to the United States, will analyze the legislations, the Ukrainian and international procedural mechanisms and will study the "dialogue" between the different investigation systems. 
19 April 2022     READ MORE...

UNETCHAC participated in the The Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting organized by OSCE _ The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe.

Also in light of the recent events that occurred in Ukraine, this Meeting signed a significant chance for institutions and civil society organizations to debate on IHL and HRL violations during armed conflicts and the importance of the investigations of crimes.

28-29 March 2022     READ MORE...

"Women and Girls in Sub-Saharan Africa" virtual inauguration of the photo exhibition by Mohamed Keita

14 March 2022, 11:30 AM EST     READ MORE...

"Networking for a brighter future! Women and girls in the Sub- Saharan Africa: Transforming Education for a Sustainable Future"

Conference - UNETCHAC launched the exhibition by Mohamed Keita dedicated to young women and minors victims of armed conflict at the City Hall of Rome the Campidoglio with the participation as speakers of representatives of institutions, the academic community and civil society organizations.

7 March 2022     READ MORE...

Cycle of Webinars “HUMAN RIGHTS POLITICS"       READ MORE...

UNETCHAC International Award 2021

3 December 2021, 2pm      READ MORE...

UNIted. A voice for Afghan Women and Girls

2 December 2021, 7 pm, Rome     READ MORE...

OPENING CONFERENCE OF THE 2nd INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC WEEK ON CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT

“THE RIGHT OF CHILDREN TO EDUCATION IN ARMED CONFLICT. A SPECIFIC FOCUS ON THE SITUATION IN AFGHANISTAN” November 22-29, 2021     READ MORE...

A CONCERT ON THEME "SAFE SCHOOLS FOR CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICTS" 

25 October 2021

Presented at the Fourth International Conference on the Safe Schools Declaration     READ MORE...

International Autumn School 2021

UNETCHAC organized the first international online training course covering issues related to the protection of children in armed conflict

4-19 October 2022     READ MORE...

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE - 27 March 2021

"Preventive measures to counter violence against children in armed conflicts"      READ MORE...

WEBINAR - 9 March 2021, 2 - 3 pm

Children affected by armed conflict: safeguarding their rights to education and ensuring schools are safe" - Check the latest articles in Press Review page        READ MORE...

International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers, February 12, 2021

Radio Interview by Vatican News     READ MORE...

UNETCHAC - FIRST INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC WEEK (16-20 november 2020) 

“Giving hopes to girl children in armed conflict: a joint commitment from the Academic System” 

"Where are we now?"

Opening Conference, 16 November 2020     READ MORE...

“Let  them play with their dreams” SONG by Sergio Iovino presented on web and social media during the Opening Conference     READ MORE...

"Which future perspectives?"

Closing Conference, an overview on preventing systematic gender-based violations against girls children. 

 20 November 2020      READ MORE...

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