With support from the Governments of Denmark and the Republic of Korea, the Department of Peace Operations (DPO) conducted a training of trainers course on the new Core Pre-deployment Training Materials at the Republic of Korea Peacekeeping Operations Centre in Nonsan from 21 April to 1 May.

The course was held for 29 military and police Member State trainers from 15 troop- and police-contributing countries from the Asia and Pacific region.

Participant trainers facilitated one lesson each with support from the Integrated Training Service (ITS) of DPO, making use of the new learning support materials through learning activities, media, slides, and evaluation question banks.

Participants remarked on how “the course effectively used group discussions, role-plays and interactive exercises which kept participants highly engaged” and “fostered an environment of shared insights and best practices from different countries”.  

They highlighted how valuable it is for “continued interactions between ITS and Member State national trainers” and the added value from ITS facilitators who were able to “connect theory with real-world application for a more impactful learning environment”.

The course also included a two-day session on training methodology, supported by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), which covered the training cycle, lesson design, training evaluation, and practical tips on how to develop lessons and deliver training in an effective way.

“I truly appreciated the comprehensive and well-structured approach of this course,” a participant trainer shared.

“It provided valuable insights and practical tools that will enhance my ability to train others effectively.”

Core Pre-deployment Training Materials

The Core Pre-deployment Training Materials are a mandatory requirement for the pre-deployment training of all peacekeeping personnel – military, police, and civilian.

The next Core Pre-deployment Training Materials training of trainers will be held in Switzerland in October 2025. It will be aimed at troop- and police-contributing countries in Europe and the Americas.

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