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The Peace Operations Training Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit nongovernmental organization. Our alumni serve in the interest of peace all over the world.

We have the most experience providing online training in peacekeeping. They are peacekeepers in the field at missions, academics teaching the next generation, diplomats, high-ranking civilian officials, and others. Thousands of students from more than 190 nations have expanded their knowledge with the Peace Operations Training Institute.

10/13/2026

The POTI Executive Director and Chief of Institutional Relations were honoured to engage in productive and needed conversations at the Challenges Annual Forum last week. We thank the organizers for bringing champions of peace and peacekeeping stakeholders together for this constructive event.

10/05/2026

Nos complace presentar la nueva traducción al español de nuestro curso Acción contra las minas y gestión de los riesgos derivados de explosivos: impacto humanitario, aspectos técnicos e iniciativas globales.

Las minas terrestres y otros restos explosivos de guerra (REG) afectan a más de 50 países y siguen causando víctimas civiles décadas después de finalizado el conflicto. El Servicio de las Naciones Unidas de Actividades relativas a las Minas (UNMAS) ha colaborado con POTI para desarrollar este curso, que ofrece una introducción completa a las políticas, los procedimientos y las normas que rigen la actividad de acción contra las minas en todo el mundo.

Los temas incluyen el Tratado sobre la Prohibición de las Minas Antipersonal; directrices para la acción contra las minas en el contexto de ceses del fuego y acuerdos de paz; formación en seguridad frente a las minas terrestres y REG; identificación de minas terrestres y REG; Normas Internacionales de Acción contra las Minas (IMAS) y directrices para su aplicación; asistencia a las víctimas; educación sobre el riesgo de las minas; evaluación de la acción contra las minas; y artefactos explosivos improvisados (AEI).

Obtén más información e inscríbete aquí: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/es/courses/mine-en-2025/
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We are pleased to present the new Spanish translation of our course: Mine Action and Explosive Hazard Management: Humanitarian Impact, Technical Aspects, and Global Initiatives.

Landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW) affect more than 50 countries and continue to cause civilian casualties decades after conflicts have ended. The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) has collaborated with POTI to develop this course, which offers a comprehensive introduction to the policies, procedures, and standards governing mine action activities worldwide.
Topics include the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention; guidelines for mine action in the context of ceasefires and peace agreements; landmine and ERW safety training; identification of landmines and ERW; International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) and implementation guidelines; victim assistance; mine risk education; mine action assessment; and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Find out more and enroll here: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/es/courses/mine-en-2025/

09/28/2026

As conflicts around the world increase in severity and number, supporting those working on the frontlines of peace is more crucial than ever. Donations to the Peace Operations Training Institute help provide high-quality training at little to no cost for those working towards peace worldwide.

Each year, tens of thousands of dedicated individuals from virtually every nation in the world expand their skills and knowledge with POTI e-learning. Your donation will support training that equips them with the skills and knowledge they need to respond effectively to complex conflict situations and help build a more peaceful world.

To contribute, please follow this link: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/donate/

09/21/2026

On the International Day of Peace, we would like to highlight our generous sponsors who every day through their contributions to our work. Our sponsors include:

• Australian Department of Defence (Defence Australia)
• Global Affairs Canada’s Peace and Stabilization Operations Programme
• Danish Ministry of Defence
• Government of Portugal
• Government of Sweden
• Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office of the United Kingdom

We are thankful for these nations’ continued prioritization of peace, security, humanitarian relief, gender equality, and the protection of civilians. In an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, their commitment is a testament to the importance of collective action in response to global challenges.

09/14/2026

The Peace Operations Specialized Training (POST) Certificate Programme offers you the opportunity to earn a certificate showcasing professional skills in one or more specialized areas, including police studies. Earning a Police Studies POST Certificate advances your knowledge of the role of police in international peace and security. It also demonstrates your commitment to professional development.

To earn a POST Certificate, you must complete eight POTI courses and pass a comprehensive examination. Upon completion of these requirements, you will receive an official letter of congratulations, a transcript, and a POST Certificate.

Learn more about the Police Studies POST Certificate and invest in your professional growth here: bit.ly/POTIPOST

09/08/2026

We are excited to highlight another aspect of our redesigned online classroom! To improve accessibility, we updated the layout of course materials and clarified the download options for offline study. This new enrolment page will make studying with us more intuitive, so you can focus on what is most important – applying your knowledge. 📚💡

Continue studying with us or create your own POTI account here: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/users/user-login/?next=/users/

08/30/2026

The August issue of our newsletter is now available! 📰

Follow this link to learn about the Institute’s recent work, including new courses, engagements, and a webinar with Major General Joyce Sitienei.

https://cdn.peaceopstraining.org/newsletter/issues/2026/august/newsletter-august.pdf

08/24/2026

Strengthen your understanding of POTI course materials through our interactive modules! Engage with these dynamic modules that supplement our course texts and ensure your mastery of course content.

Explore interactive modules for courses like:
• Ethics in Peace Operations
• Mine Action and Explosive Hazard Management
• Peacebuilding
• Protection of Cultural Property: Online Course for the Military, Police, and Law Enforcement
• Implementation of the UN Security Council Resolutions on the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda in Africa
• Health of Peace Operations Personnel
• An Introduction to the UN System and Its Role in International Peace and Security
• The History of UN Peacekeeping Operations from 2000–2020

Enrol to elevate your learning today! https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/

08/18/2026

Nous sommes ravis de présenter la nouvelle traduction française de notre cours Sensibilisation culturelle à l’intention du personnel des opérations de paix.

Ce cours vise à fournir au personnel des opérations de paix une compréhension de base de la culture et du rôle multiforme de la sensibilisation culturelle dans ces opérations. Une connaissance approfondie de la culture locale est essentielle dans ce contexte. Comprendre les raisons culturelles qui poussent les individus à agir comme ils le font favorise la confiance et la collaboration avec les communautés locales. Ce cours examine la manière dont la culture influence les opérations de paix, tant au sein d’une même mission qu’entre les différentes organisations impliquées. Il aborde également l’impact du numérique et des cyberattaques sur les missions de maintien de la paix. Les soldats de la paix sont confrontés à un ensemble complexe de défis, résultant de l’évolution des conflits, de potentiels changements géopolitiques et de contraintes opérationnelles. Ce cours offre au personnel des opérations de paix une compréhension précieuse de la manière dont la compétence culturelle favorise l’efficacité des opérations dans les réalités complexes et hybrides des conflits modernes.

En savoir plus ici : https://www.peaceopstraining.org/fr/courses/culture-fr-2026/
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We are delighted to present the new French translation of our Cultural Awareness for Peace Operations Personnel course.

This course is designed to provide peace operations personnel with a foundational understanding of culture and the multifaceted role of cultural awareness in peace operations. A deep understanding of local culture is critical in peace operations. Understanding the “why" of culture that leads people to act as they do opens doors to trust and fosters collaboration with local communities. This course examines how culture influences peace operations, both within a mission and between mission organizations. This course also examines cyber and digital impacts on peacekeeping missions. Peacekeepers face a complex array of challenges stemming from evolving conflicts, potential geopolitical shifts, and operational constraints. This course offers peace operations personnel a valuable understanding of how cultural competence enables effective operations in the complex, hybrid realities of modern conflict.

Find out more here: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/fr/courses/culture-fr-2026/

08/12/2026

The Peace Operations Specialized Training (POST) Certificate Programme offers you the opportunity to earn a certificate showcasing professional skills in one or more specialized areas, including humanitarian studies. Earning a Humanitarian Studies POST Certificate advances your knowledge of humanitarian relief, international humanitarian law, and conflict resolution. Crucially, the certificate also demonstrates your commitment to professional development.

To earn a POST Certificate, you must complete eight POTI courses and pass a comprehensive examination. Upon completion of these requirements, you will receive an official letter of congratulations, a transcript, and a POST Certificate.
Learn more about the Humanitarian Studies POST Certificate and invest in your professional growth here: bit.ly/POTIPOST

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