π‡πŽπ’π“πˆπ‹π„ π„ππ•πˆπ‘πŽππŒπ„ππ“π€π‹ 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† (𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓) π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

The Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) course is underway at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) in Embakasi. The course is sponsored by the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project (HOAGDP) through the World Bank.
 
The Lead Facilitator, Major (Rtd) Chelelgo, in his address, articulated the primary aim of the course, which is to raise participants’ awareness of the various dangerous situations they may encounter while operating in the field. He emphasized the critical need for individuals to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to identify potential threats, assess risks, and implement effective safety measures. By fostering a comprehensive understanding of these challenges, the course aims to empower participants to respond confidently and competently in high-risk environments, ensuring both their personal safety and the success of their missions.
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Judith Kerich, Deputy Director HOAGDP, underscored the critical importance of the Hostile Environment Awareness Training course in enhancing the safety and preparedness of individuals operating in high-risk areas. She emphasized that the knowledge and skills imparted through the program are essential for both personal protection and the successful execution of duties in challenging environments.
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Lieutenant Colonel S M Makau, Senior Instructor for Pre-Deployment Training at HPSS, underscored the paramount importance of the Hostile Environment Awareness Training in preparing participants to effectively manage and mitigate risks associated with high-threat environments. He emphasized that the course is instrumental in enhancing both personal safety and operational efficiency. He expressed sincere gratitude to the sponsors for their generous support, which made the successful implementation of this training program possible.
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The course has brought together 26 participants from Kenya and China.

π‚πŽππ…π‹πˆπ‚π“-𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐗𝐔𝐀𝐋 π•πˆπŽπ‹π„ππ‚π„ (𝐂𝐑𝐒𝐕) π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

The Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) Course, currently underway at the School of Peace and Conflict Studies, is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge, skills, and tools needed to prevent CRSV in peace support operations.
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The training emphasizes adherence to both international and national legal frameworks and is scheduled to run for two weeks and is sponsored by the Government of Japan through the United Nations Development Programme.
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π’π„π‚πŽππƒ π‚πŽπ‡πŽπ‘π“ π„ππ†π‹πˆπ’π‡ 𝐀𝐋𝐋 π€π‘πŒπ’ 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 π“π‘π€πˆππˆππ† πŽπ… π“π‘π€πˆππ„π‘π’ π‚πŽπ”π‘π’π„

The Second Cohort English All Arms Search (AASC) Training of Trainers (TOT) Course officially commenced at the Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) in Embakasi. The course sponsored by the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) and facilitated by HPSS Instructors is scheduled to run for four weeks and is designed to enhance the capacity of trainers in conducting effective search operations across joint environments. With a focus on interoperability, instructional techniques, and operational effectiveness, the program aims to empower the trainers with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver standardized and mission-ready search training across all units.
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The Deputy Commandant HPSS Lieutenant Colonel Kaptuway welcomed the participants and emphasized the significance of the training in strengthening institutional capacity. He highlighted that the module has been designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to effectively deliver future All Arms Search Courses within their respective units and organizations. He noted that beyond gaining practical field competencies, the participants would also acquire essential instructional tools, enabling them to transfer this critical knowledge to others.
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The course has 16 participants from South Africa and Tanzania.

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