The training was organized at the request of IDN to institutionalize human rights practices and behaviors within the Guinea-Bissau Armed Forces. Approximately 30 officers, 14 of whom are women, will learn the methodology for designing and delivering human rights training. At the end of the workshop, all participants will receive the Practical Guide on Human Rights for Armed Forces developed in 2016 in partnership with the Institute.

This activity is part of UNIOGBIS ' mandate to assist national authorities and stakeholders in the promotion and protection of human rights, as well as to carry out human rights monitoring and reporting activities.