Call for candidates for the 30th International Human Rights Training Program, Montreal, Canada, June 14 to July 3, 2009
The International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) is at the heart of the Equitas’ activities. Since 1980, this annual three-week training session brings together approximately 120 participants from over 60 countries. The IHRTP provides a unique opportunity for human rights workers to deepen their understanding of human rights and of the essential role of human rights education in effecting change. As recognized by the United Nations:
“There is a growing consensus that education in and for human rights is essential and can contribute to both the reduction of human rights violations and the building of free and peaceful societies. Human rights education is also increasingly recognized as an effective strategy to prevent human rights abuses.”
- UN Decade for Human Right Education (1995-2004); Report of the General-Secretary A/52/469/Add.1 October 20, 1997
The next session of the International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) will take place from June 14 to July 3, 2009. The International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP) is at the heart of Equitas’ activities. Now in its 30th year, this annual three-week education event brings together over 120 participants from approximately 60 countries. The IHRTP is an intermediate-level program. It provides a unique opportunity for human rights workers and educators to deepen their understanding of human rights and of the essential role of human rights education in effecting social change.
Find below the application form, the memorandum of agreement and additional information on the IHRTP.
* Application Form
* Information Package
* Memorandum of Agreement
Please note that the deadline for application is November 21, 2008.



I am young man of 27 years of age, a Ghanaian from west africa. I work as a social worker and will like to apply for the coming 2009 program. I would like to know if i qualify.
Yours faithfully,
Paul M. A. Anim
PLEASE AM THE “SECRETARY OFBOARD OF TRUSTEE” PEACE DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION IN NIGERIA,A REGISTERED NGO WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA,2008.
ACTUALLY WE ARE REALLY INTERESTED TO ATTEND THE TRAINING PROGRAM,BY SENDING TWO REPRESENTATIVE TO THE PROGRAM,BY 2009 EDITION.
KINDLY GET BACK TO US,SO THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEE CAN PREPARE AND PLAN AHEAD FOR IT.
MOBILE:+234-8035262417,7023285750.
OFFICE ADDRESS: # 65 IJESHA ROAD,SURULERE,LAGOS ,NIGERIA.
THANKS,IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR REPLY.