Staff/lecturers/researchers affiliated with an Academic Institution in Cambodia and/or Staff of a Cambodian Justice Sector Institution

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1 Call for Applications: Intensive Training Programme in Human Rights Online Phase: 5 October 4 November 2015 Face to face in Lund, Sweden: 9 November 4 December 2015 As part of its Capacity Development Programme in Cambodia , the Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) in Cambodia hereby calls for applications from Cambodian candidates to participate in RWI s Intensive Training Programme in Human Rights, carried out 5 October 4 November 2015 (online) and 9 November 4 December (face to face in Lund, Sweden). For more information about the Intensive Training Programme, please see the attached brochure. Requirements and Selection Process RWI will select in total four (4) Cambodian participants for the intensive programme. To be eligible for participation the applicants must be Cambodian citizens residing in Cambodia and be: Staff/lecturers/researchers affiliated with an Academic Institution in Cambodia and/or Staff of a Cambodian Justice Sector Institution In addition the applicants must (as evidenced by their motivation letter): Have a strong commitment to Human Rights; Clearly explain why this specific course is valuable for the applicant and how he/she will use his/her new knowledge and experience in his/her work; Be committed and available to take part in, and complete, ALL steps of the Programme; Be recommended by the institution they are representing (as evidenced by a recommendation letter). RWI will select participants taking into consideration the quality of the motivation letter, the relevance of the CV and the recommendation letter. RWI will select participants who will be able to make use of their new knowledge and experience to promote and protect human rights in Cambodia after completion of the Programme. In the selection process, RWI will also consider the dynamics of the group and will aim at having a fair gender balance and representation from both the academic sector and the justice sector. In addition, applicants from RWI s partner institutions might be prioritized. If you are interested in taking part in the Intensive Training Programme, please kindly submit your application form along with your CV, motivation letter ( words) and recommendation letter, no later than 31 August 2015 at 5 pm, to Ms. Sokrachana Ouk via sokrachana.ouk@rwi.lu.se. Sincerely Mr. Andreas Ljungholm Head, Cambodia Office Raoul Wallenberg Institute #198E2, Street 51, corner Street 370, BKK1, Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Phone

2 APPLICATION FORM Intensive Training Programme in Human Rights Online Phase: 5 October 4 November 2015 Face to face in Lund, Sweden: 9 November 4 December 2015 Note: Only selected applicants will be contacted for a further process! PERSONAL DETAILS Surname: First names: Female Male Position and Title Department: Institution/Organisation Phone: Web: PLEASE ATTACH Please check all boxes below before submitting your application to make sure all documents are attached): Updated curriculum vitae (CV) Motivation letter ( words) A personal statement explaining your commitment to human rights, why you would like to participate in the Intensive Training Programme and how you will use the knowledge gained through this initiative. (Note: the motivation letter shall not focus on human rights in general); Recommendation Letter A letter from your supervisor/manager/director/dean/rector recommending you for the programme. The letter must include a confirmation that you will be made available for both the on line and face to face component. The letter must also confirm that your participation is considered to be important for your institution and that your new knowledge will be useful within the institution. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS 31 August 2015 at 5 pm:. Please your completed application form to: sokrachana.ouk@rwi.lu.se (Ms. Sokrachana Ouk, RWI Programme Assistant). #198E2, Street 51, corner Street 370, BKK1, Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia Phone

3 INTENSIVE TRAINING PROGRAMME IN HUMAN RIGHTS Online phase: 5 October 4 November, 2015 Face-to-face in Lund, Sweden: 9 November 4 December, 2015

4 INTENSIVE TRAINING PROGRAMME IN HUMAN RIGHTS Introduction The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (RWI) implements international capacity development programmes aimed at advancing the practical application of human rights and humanitarian law. The programmes primarily target state agencies in the field of administration of justice, academic institutions and national human rights institutions in developing countries and in countries in transition. In 2015, RWI will offer an Intensive Training Programme on Human Rights. Resources for the programme are pooled from five different RWI programmes funded by Swedish International Development Cooperation: Programme on Academic Cooperation on Human Rights in Belarus, ; Cambodia Human Rights Capacity Development Programme, ; Turkey Human Rights Capacity Development Programme, ; Strengthening Human Rights in Myanmar, ; and Strengthening Human Rights in Kenya Prisons Service The course consists of two phases: 1. An online introductory course from 5 October 4 November, A face-to-face component in Lund, Sweden from 9 November 4 December, 2015 Course objectives The overall objective of the intensive course is to build the capacity of the participants in relation to the practical application of human rights in their respective countries. By capacity we mean the combination of knowledge, skills and attitudes, with an ultimate aim to empower the participants to have a commitment towards human rights friendly change. Participants will have the possibility to study, in detail, how human rights are implemented in practice in Sweden by making visits to Swedish organisations, institutions and authorities while they study in Lund. In addition, by mixing participants from different countries and sectors, there will be possibilities to explore networking opportunities among the participants. These networks can contribute substantially to furthering students human rights work. Participants The course is primarily targeted at professionals who work with human rights in practice but who are in need of additional human rights education and training. The participants will be selected from Belarus, Cambodia, Kenya, Myanmar and Turkey, and represent a variety of sectors and backgrounds. The participants will represent civil society and the three areas prioritized by RWI: Academic Institutions, National Human Rights Institutions and Justice Sector Institutions. The selection criteria for the participants have been set so that they comply with the objectives of each particular country programme contributing to the training programme. Course content The content of the training is based on the established needs of the participants and it attempts to take into consideration both common denominators as well as specific country or professional needs. In relation to the objective of the programme, the coverage, content-wise, includes the following topics: Overview of the international system for the promotion and protection of human rights; Civil, Political, Economic, Social and Cultural rights; Implementation and monitoring of human rights; Regional systems for the promotion and protection of human rights; Equal rights and non-discrimination; Human Rights in the Administration of Justice; The role of national human rights institutions in the promotion and protection of human rights; Freedom of expression and association; Gender Equality and Human Rights of Women; Human rights education; The programme s approach is interdisciplinary and involves aspects of law and social sciences. Course structure The programme consists of two interrelated phases. The first phase takes place before the participants arrival in Sweden and is an online preparatory course. The purpose of this first online phase is that it will even out differences between the participants in terms of knowledge levels on human rights. Participants conclude the online phase with a mandatory online test. The second phase consists of a face-to-face component at RWI in Lund, Sweden. This phase will be delivered through the use of different learning methods, such as lectures, discussions, study visits, group work, case-studies, etc. Discussion and individual reflection will be facilitated in relation to what extent the substance area is relevant to the individual participants. The face-to-face component is founded on experience-based learning methodology where the participants prior knowledge and experience is central to their learning. Participants in the Intensive Programme in Human Rights 2014 Visa RWI will cover the costs related to obtaining visa for Sweden. Participants are responsible for making sure that the visa is valid for the whole period of the programme in Sweden and that their passports are valid for three months longer than the entry visa. Insurance All participants will be covered by a group insurance while in Sweden. This insurance includes costs for medical care in the event of acute illness or accident. Medical and dental check-ups are not included. Admitted participants with particular medical history are requested to read the conditions for the insurance and ensure that complementary insurance if needed is purchased. In case of doubt, please contact the insurance company directly prior to travelling to Sweden. Costs RWI will cover all necessary costs for participating in the training programme, including costs for: participation and training, such as lectures, literature, documentation, study tours and scheduled social activities; accommodation, including board and lodging; international travel cost to and from Sweden; participants will in addition receive a small daily stipend. Important: All additional personal expenses will have to be paid for by the participants themselves.

5 The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law is an independent academic institution, founded in 1984 at the Law Faculty at Lund University in Sweden. It is named after Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat, in order to pay homage to his well known humanitarian work in Hungary at the end of the Second World War. conducive environment for studies and research. The Institute combines academic programmes with an extensive international human rights capacity development programme, mainly for academic institutions, law enforcement and criminal justice institutions, and national human rights institutions. This combination provides a unique platform where theory and practice can meet and interact in order to further the development and application of international human rights law. The Institute cooperates with a variety of Swedish and international partners. In addition to the close cooperation with Lund University, the Institute maintains relations with other academic institutions, international organisations, government agencies and civil society organisations in different parts of the world. The Institute is member of several Nordic, European and international networks within the framework of its mandate. Raoul Wallenberg in his office in Budapest in 1944 The mission of the Institute is to promote universal respect for human rights and humanitarian law, by means of research, academic education, dissemination of information and institutional development programmes and our vision is to be a centre of excellence promoting the development of societies based on a human rights culture. The Institute is a value driven organisation and our four core values are: Respect, Integrity, Inclusiveness and Inspiration. Hosting one of the largest human rights libraries in northern Europe and engaged in various education, research and publication activities, the Institute provides a Lund University main building Stora Gråbrödersgatan 17 B P.O. Box 1155 SE Lund, Sweden Phone Fax