Training on International Humanitarian Law for the Staff of the Secretariat of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights

The Ukrainian Red Cross held a specialised training event on international humanitarian law (IHL) on 15 November 2024 at the Ombudsperson’s Office. The training aimed to deepen knowledge and enhance skills in the practical application of IHL.

“The training on international humanitarian law was an important step in enhancing the professional competence of the Secretariat’s staff. It demonstrated the exceptionally high intellectual and professional standards of the staff at the Ombudsperson’s Office,” said Yuriy Bondarchuk, IHL trainer from the Ukrainian Red Cross.

Thanks to interactive training methods, the participants were able to examine real cases and find optimal solutions to complex situations. In particular, each expert group worked on practical tasks, testing their knowledge of international humanitarian law. They also had the opportunity to present their findings, followed by a discussion.

 “The Secretariat of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights is extremely grateful for the Ukrainian Red Cross’s initiative to conduct training on international humanitarian law. We hope that this practice will continue and address an even wider range of issues arising from modern requirements,” shared Kateryna Prokhorenko, Head of the Division on International Cooperation at the Office of Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, in her feedback on the training.