[PHILIPPINES] International Learning Session on “International Humanitarian Law (IHL)

Madayaw! Greetings Students!

The Ateneo de Davao University (ADDU) – through its Internationalization for Mindanao Office, International Studies Department, and Ateneo Public Interest and Legal Advocacy – and in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), invite you to an International Learning Session on “International Humanitarian Law (IHL).” This session will be on 09 August 2022 (Tuesday), 4:00 – 6:00 PM (GMT+8 PHST) / 03.00 – 05.00 (GMT +7 Jakarta Time)

In this learning session, we are invited to learn about the IHL, including its definition and classification. The topic will also discuss the applications of IHL, particularly in armed conflict compliance, legislation, academe, etc. Additionally, the learning session will present the ICRC’s international mandate and Humanitarian access under Republic Act No. 11479.

For the August 2022 leg of the series, ADDU is hosting Ms. Sahar Haroon of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). She is currently the Regional Legal Adviser for Southeast Asia and Japan. Since August 2020, she is also one of the two Managing Editors for the Asia-Pacific Journal of IHL and has written various articles for journals on pertinent issues of International Humanitarian Law, including cyber warfare and the protection of healthcare and the medical mission.

Ms. Haroon will be joined by discussion reactors from the International Studies Department and Ateneo Public Interest and Legal Advocacy of ADDU.

This event is open to all – the ADDU Community, local partners, and international collaborators.

Register Here : bit.ly/ADDU-ICRC-ILS

Please be reminded that only registered participants who have attended and accomplished the evaluation form will be given a certificate of participation.