EIUC: Training for International Electoral Observers

The European Inter-University Centre for Human Rights and Democratisation (EIUC) promotes a Training for International Electoral Observers. The aim of the seminar is to delivering a complete theoretical and practical expertise on election observation missions, and providing participants with practical skills which will be an asset in case of further applications as international observers.

The training will start with a thorough introduction on the international observation theory and legal standards, the course will analyse the practical life of a short term observer from the selection procedure to the end of the mission including the observation of the polls, the filling of the forms, the reporting system and the code of conduct. The methodology will combine frontal lecturers in plenary, working groups as well as role plays, discussions and simulation exercises.

The training will take place from 19-24 March 2018 at the Monastery of San Nicolò, Venice Lido (Italy). It is organised with the patronage of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Italy, Czech Republic and Spain.

Registration deadline is 15 February 2018.

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