Peace Operations Training Institute

Peace Operations Training Institute 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.

This week, the POTI Deputy Director presented to the Regional Roundtable on UN Peace Operations in Ljubljana, Slovenia. ...
06/11/2026

This week, the POTI Deputy Director presented to the Regional Roundtable on UN Peace Operations in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The event, hosted by the government of Slovenia, the Peace Operations Training Centre - POTC, and the United Nations Light Coordination Mechanism , provided a forum for discussing the future of peace operations and methods for ensuring training adapts to meet operational realities.

Now available in English, French, and Spanish, the Institute’s Family Responsibilities and Care course builds knowledge ...
06/10/2026

Now available in English, French, and Spanish, the Institute’s Family Responsibilities and Care course builds knowledge and inspires practical action: small changes in how we talk about care, support one another, and lead our teams can make a meaningful difference.

Family Responsibilities and Care explores many topics, including the:
• Gendered nature of unpaid care work
• Stigma surrounding caring responsibilities
• Biases caregivers confront in security institutions
• Effect of family separation on personnel's well-being and effectiveness
• Strategies individuals, leaders, and organizations can implement to build more care-attentive workplaces

This course was created in collaboration with the Monash Global Peace and Security Centre and informed by the research project Advancing the Meaningful Participation of Women by Supporting Personnel with Caring Responsibilities.

Learn more and enrol in your preferred language here: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/care-en-2026/

POTI is pleased to share audiobook versions of our Family Responsibilities and Care and Cultural Awareness for Peace Ope...
06/04/2026

POTI is pleased to share audiobook versions of our Family Responsibilities and Care and Cultural Awareness for Peace Operations Personnel courses. For the auditory learner or busy student, these supplements will enhance comprehension and provide flexibility for on-the-go learning.

Examining how family and caring responsibilities affect recruitment, retention, well-being, and career progression of peace operations personnel, our Family Responsibilities and Care course is essential for improving work cultures and creating care-attentive environments.

Our Cultural Awareness for Peace Operations Personnel course also provides a foundational understanding of culture and the multifaceted role of cultural awareness in peace operations, enabling personnel to build trust and effectively collaborate with local communities.

Follow this link to learn more and enrol: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/

The Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI) extends its sincerest congratulations to Portugal for earning a seat on t...
06/04/2026

The Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI) extends its sincerest congratulations to Portugal for earning a seat on the U.N. Security Council.
The Institute is proud to call Portugal one of its funders and commends its steadfast support for accessible e-learning on peace and security.
Learn more about the Institute’s sponsors here: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/sponsors/

05/29/2026

In celebration of the International Day of UN Peacekeepers, POTI is highlighting Major General Joyce Sitienei’s advice for students and future peacekeepers. In her words, “It is important that you understand your mandate and respect the communities that you will work with. And remember your conduct represents not only your uniform but also your country and the international community.”

Major General Sitienei has a peace operations career spanning more than 20 years. As the Deputy Vice Chancellor (DVC) of the National Defence University- Kenya (NDU-K) and former Director of the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC), she has invaluable insight into the foundations of successful peacekeeping. POTI commends her work and hopes her insights inspire other civilian, military, and police peacekeepers committed to forging a more peaceful future.

Learn more about her experience, and hear her perspective on women’s participation in peace operations here: https://youtu.be/MogbkNaAM1U?si=DY8yTvP7E9qQsRWL

The Institute’s newest course, Family Responsibilities and Care, examines how family and caring responsibilities affect ...
05/26/2026

The Institute’s newest course, Family Responsibilities and Care, examines how family and caring responsibilities affect the recruitment, retention, well-being, and career progression of uniformed personnel in the security sector and United Nations peace operations. Drawing on extensive global research, the course explores many topics, including the:
• Gendered nature of unpaid care work
• Stigma surrounding caring responsibilities
• Biases caregivers confront in security institutions
• Effect of family separation on personnel's well-being and effectiveness
• Strategies individuals, leaders, and organizations can implement to build more care-attentive workplaces

The course was produced in collaboration with the Monash Global Peace and Security Centre.

Enrol today: https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/care-en-2026/

The Peace Operations Training Institute is proud to have reached a significant milestone: our two millionth course enrol...
05/21/2026

The Peace Operations Training Institute is proud to have reached a significant milestone: our two millionth course enrolment. Since 2008, POTI has provided essential, accessible knowledge to students working in the interest of peace worldwide. We are honoured to serve tens of thousands of students each year and remain committed to meeting the demand for free and low-cost training on peace, humanitarian aid, and security operations.

POTI audiobooks provide students with an engaging narration of course material. If you are an auditory learner or prefer...
05/14/2026

POTI audiobooks provide students with an engaging narration of course material. If you are an auditory learner or prefer to listen to course material on the go, these supplements will enhance your learning experience! 🎧📚

Currently, ten of our courses have audiobook supplements:
◦ An Introduction to the UN System and Its Role in International Peace and Security
◦ Ethics in Peace Operations
◦ Protection of Cultural Property: Online Course for the Military, Police, and Law Enforcement
◦ Cultural Awareness for Peace Operations Personnel
◦ Peacekeeping and International Conflict Resolution
◦ Technology and Innovation in United Nations Peace Operations
◦ Health of Peace Operations Personnel
◦ Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and International Peace and Security
◦ Implementation of the UN Security Council Resolutions on the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda in Africa
◦ The History of UN Peacekeeping Operations from 2000–2020

Enrol here! https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/

Celebre connosco o Dia Mundial da Língua Portuguesa! O Instituto de Treinamento em Operações de Paz (Peace Operations Tr...
05/05/2026

Celebre connosco o Dia Mundial da Língua Portuguesa! O Instituto de Treinamento em Operações de Paz (Peace Operations Training Institute) oferece três cursos com traduções para português, garantindo que os falantes da língua podem aprender sobre o sistema da ONU, a assistência humanitária e o direito internacional humanitário na sua própria língua. Se pretende estudar em português, aceda ao link abaixo para se inscrever.
https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/

Agradecemos ao Governo de Portugal e ao nosso parceiro, o Centro de Operações de Paz de Carácter Naval, estas traduções. A generosidade de ambos tornou este conhecimento fundamental acessível aos falantes de português de todo o mundo.
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Celebrate World Portuguese Language Day with us! The Peace Operations Training Institute offers three courses with Portuguese translations, ensuring that Portuguese speakers can learn about the UN system, humanitarian relief, and international humanitarian law in their language. If you’d like to study in Portuguese, follow the link below to enrol.
https://www.peaceopstraining.org/courses/

We thank the Government of Portugal and our partner el Centro de Operações de Paz de Caráter Naval for these translations. Their generosity has made this crucial knowledge accessible to Portuguese speakers worldwide.

Read about the Institute’s new and forthcoming course releases, videos, and milestones in our April newsletter! 📰 http...
04/30/2026

Read about the Institute’s new and forthcoming course releases, videos, and milestones in our April newsletter! 📰 https://cdn.peaceopstraining.org/newsletter/issues/2026/april/newsletter-april.pdf

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