Protecting the Rights of the Child in Humanitarian Situations

What You Will Learn

Over 16 weeks, you will progress from core principles to advanced application, building a comprehensive skill set for protecting children in humanitarian action.

Part 1: Foundations & Legal Frameworks
* Weeks 1-4: The Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), international law, and UNICEF's Core Commitments. Understand the non-negotiable standards for child survival, health, and education in crises.
* Key Topic: International Human Rights Law & the CRC.

Part 2: Core Protection Risks & Support
* Weeks 5-8: Identify and respond to grave protection violations including child labor, trafficking, and GBV. Learn to provide psychosocial support and monitor child well-being.
* Key Topic: Psychosocial Support & Mental Health.

Part 3: Sectoral Application & Risk Management
* Weeks 9-12: Apply child protection principles across key sectors: ensuring Education in Emergencies (EiE), setting up case management systems, and integrating nutrition/WASH.
* Key Topic: Education in Emergencies & Learning Continuity.

Part 4: Advocacy, Inclusion & Policy
* Weeks 13-16: Learn to design inclusive programs for children with disabilities, implement gender-sensitive responses, and advocate for policy change and legal aid.
* Key Topic: Disability & Vulnerability — Inclusive Programming