DIRECTOR GICHD VISIT TO IPSTC

On Tuesday 18 March 2025, IPSTC hosted the Director Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD), Ambassador Tobias Privitelli, at the Centre’s headquarters.
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During the meeting, discussions focused on the ongoing collaboration in the field of humanitarian demining. Ambassador Privitelli emphasized that the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) is a vital partner for GICHD.
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Lieutenant Colonel(Rtd) Maritim, GICHD’s East Africa Focal Point, provided a comprehensive update on the progress achieved over the past year. The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to strengthening and enhancing their partnership moving forward.

GENEVA INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR HUMANITARIAN DEMINING (GICHD) WORKSHOP

The opening ceremony of the Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining (GICHD) workshop took place at Humanitarian Peace Support School (HPSS) on 17 March 2025. The event brought together key stakeholders in humanitarian demining, security, and capacity-building, with a focus on strengthening partnerships and fostering knowledge exchange.
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The workshop is aimed at enhancing the capacity of National Mine Action Authorities (NMAA) and Mine Action Centres (MAC) to respond effectively to IED threats.The Chief Guest Ambassador Tobias Privitelli, Director GICHD emphasized the strong collaboration between GICHD and the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC).
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He highlighted the importance of this partnership in advancing humanitarian demining efforts and enhancing regional security. He also expressed his enthusiasm for the workshop, stating that he looked forward to insightful and meaningful discussions that would contribute to effective solutions in the field.
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The Director IPSTC Brigadier Joyce C Sitienei assured the participants that IPSTC remains steadfast in the mission to develop and deliver high quality training. She expressed deep appreciation for the continued collaboration.
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Also in attendance was IPSTC Colonel Plans & Programmes International Colonel Markus Schefer and Head of Training HPSS Lieutenant Colonel Alex Neukomm.

BOOK VALIDATION WORKSHOP

The Peace and Security Research Department (PSRD) held a successful validation workshop for the book: An Exploration of Gender Integration within Kenya Defence Forces: Its Impact on Operational Effectiveness, at the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) in Karen. The event brought together key stakeholders, including Gen (Rtd) S J Mwathethe, Lt Gen (Rtd) W R Koipaton, Lt Gen (Rtd) D I Opande, Lt Gen (Rtd) J Kasaon, Lt Gen (Rtd) N Mwaniki, Maj Gen (Rtd) D N Gichuru, Maj Gen (Rtd) P A Awitta and Brig (Rtd) DR. E M Mwanyika to review and validate the book’s chapters and research findings.
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The primary objective of the workshop was to assess the accuracy, relevance, and clarity of the book’s content. A detailed presentation on the book was delivered, outlining its objectives, key themes, research findings, and recommendations. The presentation provided a foundation for discussion, allowing participants to critically analyze the content and provide informed feedback.
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The discussion focused on key aspects such as Overview of the Kenya Defence Forces, Institutional challenges and barriers to integrating women into the KDF, Women participation in peace support operations, Regulatory frameworks for integration of women into the military, Historical, cultural barriers and challenges and Women’s contribution to KDF Operational Effectiveness.
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Participants engaged in lively discussions, highlighting strengths of the book while also identifying areas that required further refinement. The validation workshop successfully achieved its objective of reviewing and refining the book’s content. Participants expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to contribute to this important work and emphasized the need for continued dialogue on gender integration within the military.

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