A comprehensive training program for Chad’s Defence and Security Forces (FDS) launched on May 21 at the Koumra Central Commissariat, focusing on embedding human rights principles and combating impunity within military operations.
Balancing security with human dignity
The challenge of maintaining public order while upholding human dignity remains constant. The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have joined forces to integrate these principles into judicial procedures across Chad.
Who is involved?
This initiative, part of the Project for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights, targets military personnel, gendarmes, police officers, and members of the National and Nomadic Guard of Chad (GNNT). Training sessions are conducted in barracks across different regions to ensure broad participation.
Key objectives of the program
- Preventing human rights abuses and fostering accountability;
- Breaking the cycle of impunity through rigorous procedural training;
- Strengthening trust between security forces and local communities;
- Educating personnel on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response;
- Ensuring familiarity with military justice texts and ethical codes, particularly for gendarmes.
The campaign goes beyond mere legal reminders—it aims to reshape institutional culture so that every security officer becomes a proactive protector of fundamental freedoms.
Interactive training approach
Over two days, UN experts and senior military leaders engage in intensive, interactive sessions with FDS personnel. These workshops blend legal frameworks, real-world case studies, and open discussions on ground realities to ensure practical, actionable learning.
By equipping uniformed personnel with the tools to prevent abuses, Chad is taking a decisive step toward an army that respects human rights. The real test will be translating these theoretical modules into everyday practices that benefit justice seekers nationwide.
