Description
The Law of Armed Conflict, Genocide, and Other War Crimes
Description
April 24, 2026
9am – 4pm
Ethical and moral dimensions of war and peace have indelibly imprinted on the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), also known as International Humanitarian Law (IHL), is an area of public international law. LOAC is responsible for regulating the conduct of armed hostilities, balancing state aspirations to prevent unnecessary suffering and destruction while effectively keeping or enforcing peace and waging war when necessary.
Course Details
| Modality | In-Person |
| Price | 179.00 |
| Presenter | Kevin Govern |
An academic and practical approach to the legal, ethical and moral imperatives of LOAC will provide attendees with an invaluable perspective on historical, contemporary, and future events in the United States, Ukraine, the Middle East, and around the globe.
The course shall be a one-day event and include continental breakfast and light lunch. The Tampa seminar will be located at XXXX.
A summary of course coverage includes:
- Ethical and Moral Dimensions of War and Peace
- What is the LOAC and When Does It Apply?
- Responsibilities of Commanders and Individual Service members
- The Core Contemporary Principles of the LOAC
- The Conduct of Hostilities and Cessation of Hostilities
- Protected Persons and Places
- Violations of the LOAC: Genocide and Other War Crimes
Presenter: Kevin Govern
Time Schedule
| 9:00 – 9:45 | Introduction and Practical Exercise |
| 9:45 – 10:30 | Ethical Dimensions of War and Peace |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Break |
| 10:45 – 11:30 | What is the LOAC and When Does it Apply? |
| 11:30 – 12:15 | Responsibilities of Commanders and Individual Servicemembers |
| 12:15 – 12:45 | Lunch Break |
| 12:45 – 1:30 | The Core Contemporary Principles of the LOAC |
| 1:30 – 1:45 | The Conduct of Hostilities and Cessation of Hostilities |
| 1:45 – 2:15 | Protected Persons and Places |
| 2:15 – 2:30 | Break |
| 2:30 – 3:15 | Violations of the LOAC: Genocide and Other War Crimes |
| 3:15 – 4:00 | The Legal Way Ahead Between War and Peace |
Check Payment Policy:
If you prefer to pay by check, a $40 deposit or full payment is required to be sent in before a seat is reserved.
Cancellation Fee:
Due to the costs associated with our course offerings, the Center has implemented a 25% cancellation fee. Those costs relate to food and beverages purchased in advance and the fees we need pay to outside presenters. Cancellation fees will apply to those that do not show up for the course or those who cancel ahead of its offering. The Center appreciates your understanding.
*All courses are approved for continuing legal education by state authorizing bodies and are not courses for academic credit.
Want to know more?
Reach out to Dr. Charles Nemeth, Program Director, who would be happy to assist.
