Deadline: 20 December 2014
MASHAV invites applications for the 25-day International Workshop on Combating Violence against Women and Children in Israel. It allows the participants to learn from the best practices in the areas of service provision, intervention and policy. The workshop content relates to new crisis assessments and prevention approaches.
This workshop starts on 2 February 2015 till 26 February 2015. MASHAV supports scholarships covering tuition fees, full board accommodation, basic medical insurance and transportation within the city.
Course Highlights
- Analyze social policy and its relation to prevention, treatment and rehabilitation
- Examine the theory and knowledge of various intervention models
- Examine globally cross-cutting forms of violence such as trafficking in human beings
- Discuss issues related to working with the judicial system and police
- Analyze causes of violence against women, including migrants and refugees, as well as means of intervention
- Exchange experiences and ideas
Eligibility Criteria
The following professionals are eligible to apply-
- People working in human service organizations
- Government and local authorities officials;
- NGO’s representatives
- Police officers and lawyers;
- Psychologists
- Heads of crisis centers or teams
A good command of spoken and written English is essential.
How to Apply
- Candidate has to download the application form from the MASHAV website.
- Application forms should be sent to the Israeli Diplomatic or Representatives serving the applicant’s country.
- An additional copy of the application must be sent to Sara Rofeh at MASHAV.
Download registration form in MS Word or PDF.
For more information, please visit: International Workshop on Combating Violence against Women.