KAIPTC Promotes Newly Developed Code of Practice to Tackle The Critical Gender Gap In The Maritime Security Sector In West and Central Africa.
Officials of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has held bilateral meetings with key stakeholders in Cameroon to promote a newly developed Code of Practice aimed to tackle the critical gender gap in the maritime security sector in West and Central Africa. This code which emphasizes the crucial role women can play aims […]
Empowering Futures: KAIPTC Pioneers Course to Combat Violent Extremism Among Women and Youth in Nigeria
The Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution at Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, has stressed the need for a comprehensive approach to combatting violent extremism and terrorism (VET) in the West African sub-region. According to him, while security responses are vital, stakeholders in the peace architecture ought to […]
KAIPTC Commences Two-Week Protection of Civilian Course Opens
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) launched a transformative two-week Protection of Civilians (POC) course, generously funded by the Swiss government. Thirty dedicated participants from nine diverse countries, including Benin, Cameroon, The Gambia, Germany, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, Ghana, and Switzerland, eagerly embarked on this crucial journey. This intensive program is designed to arm […]
Schools Sensitization Campaign on Career Opportunities within The Ghana Armed Forces
In support of the implementation of the Elsie Initiative Fund project, the WYPSI and Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) team visited seven schools in the Volta Region in Ghana to raise awareness about career opportunities within the Ghana Armed Forces. The schools included, Mawuli, EPC Mawuko Girls, Ola Girls Senior High, Zion College, Anlo Senior High, […]
Elsie Initiative Fund Project KAIPTC – WYPSI Drives Gender Equality In Ghana Armed Forces With New Gender Policy
As part of its technical support for Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) under the Elsie Initiative, the KAIPTC through its Women, Youth, Peace and Security Institute (WYPSI) successfully facilitated the development of the first-ever GAF Gender Policy. This policy was launched on March 15, 2024. This groundbreaking initiative represents a significant milestone in promoting gender equality […]
Maiden Editors’ Forum held with Funding from the Norwegian Government
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) held its maiden Editors’ Forum with the aim of strengthening ties with the media and raising awareness of the Center’s role in promoting peace and security in Africa. The forum comes amidst the celebration of KAIPTC’s 20th anniversary this year, of which a year-long celebration is being […]
KAIPTC Launches Strategic Plan
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has unveiled a new five-year strategic plan to solidify its position as a leading force in African peace and security. The plan, launched on April 25, 2024, emphasizes training, research, education, and policy development to tackle the continent’s pressing security issues. Building on its successful past, KAIPTC’s […]
KAIPTC Promotes Newly Developed Code of Practice to Tackle The Critical Gender Gap In The Maritime Security Sector In West and Central Africa.
Officials of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) have held bilateral meetings with key stakeholders in Cameroon to promote a newly developed Code of Practice aimed to tackle the critical gender gap in the maritime security sector in West and Central Africa. This code which emphasizes the crucial role women can play aims […]
Impact Stories Up-Close With Alumni
Migration issues are undoubtedly pertinent to KAIPTC and its partners, as evidenced by the theme of this year’s flagship KAPS Forum. In this interview, a KAIPTC alumnus who participated in the 2024 Migration Management Course sponsored by the Government of Switzerland shares some perspectives about the course. Juliana Adama Vandy is the Strategic Communications Adviser […]
Pilot And Review Of The Ghana Armed Force Gender Advisors And Gender Focal Persons Online Courses
The KAIPTC eLearning team and the Women, Youth, Peace and Security Institute (WYPSI) conducted a pilot and review session with selected Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) Gender Advisors and Focal Persons at the Centre on January 15, 2024 to provide initial assessment and evaluation of the newly developed Gender Advisors and Gender Focal Persons courses for […]
