The programme is designed for mid-career and senior civil servants (e.g. in government, the judiciary and central police and prison authorities) as well as lecturers at universities and institutes and representatives of non-governmental organisations. The programme is financed by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida).

Individuals from the following countries are invited to apply for the programme: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Macedonia, Moldova, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro (including Kosovo), Tajikistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan

Information brochures and application forms for the programme have been sent to the Swedish Embassies and Consulates in the concerned countries. Please find enclosed copies of information brochures and application forms for the programme -Broschyr.pdf, Ans.pdf 

Information is also available on the homepage of the Raoul Wallenberg Institute (www.rwi.lu.se), where application forms can be downloaded as well.

Please note that the programme is carried out in two separate phases. The accepted participant undertakes to complete both phases.

During the first phase of the programme participants will be requested to formulate, in writing, an individual plan of action identifying challenges in implementing international human rights standards in their home countries with a focus on a particular issue or area relevant to their respective institution or organisation.

Phase two of the programme will take place in Kiev, Ukraine and will follow up on the plans of action formulated during phase one. The programme is organised and conducted entirely in English and consequently a high proficiency of the English language is required of applicants. Costs for international travels, accommodation and training materials in connection with the programme are borne by Sida. In addition, participants are given a subsistence allowance to cover daily expenses. The Raoul Wallenberg Institute administers the training itself and all practical matters in connection with the programme.

Please note that the closing date for applications is 29 July 2005.