Friday, October 16 2009

Peace training - Introduction to Election Observation - by International Alert

Date: 
10 Oct 09 - 11 Nov 09

This two day course prepares participants for short-term election observation missions, providing an insight into the nature of the work and developing the key skills needed. It will encourage observers’ ability to work as part of a team and deal with the challenges of a mission environment. The second day of the course involves an assessed simulation. Participants will be observed by experienced election observers who will assess their skills against the requirements to be an STO.

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