SUMMER TRAINING COURSE IN MALTA On Human Rights and Human Security July 2-10, 2008 Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies in collaboration with 80:20, Educating and Acting for A Better World Funded and supported by Swiss Agency For Development and Cooperation

Human Rights:

Education, Action, Expression

2 – 10 July 2008

The 2008 Summer School is organised by the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies in collaboration with 80:20 Educating and Acting for a Better World (Ireland) and funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation. Building on the experience and assessment of the previous 8 summer schools (involving participants from over 15 countries) the 2008 Summer School will be structured as follows:

Aims:

• To introduce and explore key ideas concerning human rights and human security. The overall aim is to provide participants with a structured opportunity to discuss and debate the issues arising from human rights generally and freedom of expression in particular

• To use drama and art as means of exploring human rights issues.

Objectives:

• To present and explore the legal foundations of International Human Rights Treaties and Declarations
• To investigate the relationship between human rights and human security in areas such as migration and refugees
• To use cartoons and art approaches to explore the issues and challenges presented
• To present and explore educational perspectives and challenges on human rights in general and, more specifically, on freedom of expression.
• To identify and explore the nature of human security
• To present a number of specific case studies in the above context
• To provide participants with a variety of opportunities to learn from each other as well as from course presenters/facilitators

The training course will consist of intensive, full-time sessions held between 0900hrs and 1730hrs. Full participation in all lectures, group discussions, activities, art and simulation exercises is expected of all those registering for the course.

A certificate of attendance based on participation will be given at the end of the course.

THE PARTICIPANTS

The training course will be held between the 2^nd and 10^th July 2008, both dates inclusive. It is open to:

• Representatives of Ministries of Justice and Foreign Affairs;
• Advanced students and researchers of law; political science, international relations and education;
• Members of non-governmental organizations.

LANGUAGE

The Course is carried out in English; therefore proficiency in the English language written and spoken is necessary.

REGISTRATION

Please apply by completing the Registration Form and send it as soon as possible. A detailed CV together with a letter of reference should be attached. The reference letter should preferably be from an academic or expert who can testify your work. A Selection Committee is reviewing the course content, organization and admission of participants.

The Selection Committee will inform applicants of the decision by fax or e-mail. On acceptance, confirmation of participation and payment of 50% of the fees must be made by 1^st June 2008. Payment should be sent to Bank of Valletta, San Gwann Branch, Malta. Account Number: 1670 872 7064 – Account Holder: Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies, SWIFT Code VALL MTMT. In the event of cancellation after 15^th June 2008, a fee of 10% will be charged.

FEES

The fee for the course is Euros 800 and covers the following:

· The Training

· Accommodation in a 4 star hotel

(Sharing twin room) for 10 nights

· Breakfast, coffee breaks and lunch

· Half day tours

· Transfers from and to Malta International Airport

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation and the training course will be held at The Victoria Hotel **** on a twin-sharing basis and includes breakfast and lunch. The hotel is located on a quiet street in the heart of the fashionable town of Sliema, walking distance from the seafront promenade and close to the most popular restaurants and nightspots of the Island. Participants who wish to have sole occupancy of room must pay a supplement of Euro 30 for the duration of the course. Extra nights and availability of both twin and single rooms cannot be guaranteed unless early registration is made.

You can find more information regarding The Victoria Hotel by viewing their website www.victoriahotel.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

Malta – how to get there

Air Malta and major international airlines operate regular scheduled flights between Malta and most major European cities as well as some Middle Eastern and North African Cities. A list of offices and schedules can be found on the Air Malta website at www.airmalta.com.

VISAS

Participants from Commonwealth Countries, U.K. Dependencies, Council of Europe and countries, having bilateral agreements with Malta, do not require a visa. Once you make your reservation for the conference the co-coordinator will inform you if you require a visa and will send you the necessary documentation.

INSURANCE

Participants are responsible for their own medical and loss and damage insurance.

CLIMATE AND CLOTHING

The weather is normally sunny and hot at this time of year, with temperatures hovering around 24 – 35 degrees Celsius.

MEDITERRANEAN ACADEMY OF

DIPLOMATIC STUDIES

(MEDAC)

The Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies was established in 1990 as a joint undertaking between the University of Malta and Geneva’s Graduate Institute of International Studies, Switzerland. The Mediterranean Academy offers to diplomats and other government officials a post-graduate curriculum extending over a period of one academic year. In fulfillment of all requirements, the diplomats receive a Master in Diplomacy (MDip). Given the strong demands for diplomatic studies by university students from Malta and abroad, the Academy also offers a course for a Master of Arts in Diplomatic Studies and a course for a Diploma in Diplomatic Studies. The MDip, MA degrees and the Postgraduate Diploma in Diplomacy (PDP) are internationally recognized university degrees, awarded by the University. Web site of MEDAC : http://home.um.edu.mt/medac/

MATERIALS FOR TRAINING COURSE

Participants will be provided with copies of the main international instruments relating to Human Rights, including the Bill of Rights, as well as other relevant material. Participants are encouraged to bring publications of their own organization for distribution.

FOR INFORMATION AND APPLICATION FORMS

Please contact:

Ms Jo Ann Camilleri – Conference Co-ordinator

Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies

University of Malta, Tal Qroqq, Msida MSD 06, MALTA.

Tel: +356 2340 2821 Fax: +356 21 483091

E-mail: joann.camilleri@um.edu.mt

SUMMER TRAINING COURSE IN MALTA

HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN SECURITY

July 2-10, 2008

VICTORIA HOTEL, SLIEMA, MALTA

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Fee = Lm 320 (Euro Approx. 770)

Which Includes - Registration Fee

- 10 nights accommodation sharing in a 4 star hotel + Bed and Breakfast + 1 meal.

- Transfers from and to the Airport

- Cultural tours

Sole occupancy – a supplement of Euro 30 per night for bed and breakfast. Extra nights and availability of both twin and single rooms cannot be guaranteed unless early registration is made.

Payment should be sent to the Bank of Valletta, San Gwann Branch, Malta

Account No : 1670 872 7064 – Account Holder : Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies

SWIFT Code VALL MT MT

Please note:

This Registration Form should reach the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies EITHER THROUGH MAIL OR FAXED ON (356) 21 483091 NOT LATER THAN 19^th May 2008.

Att: Conference Coordinator - Miss Jo Ann Camilleri e-mail – joann.camilleri@um.edu.mt