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Overview
Elevate your commitment to justice and diverse group rights with IILSM prestigious Human Rights Advocate Certification. Dive into a structured curriculum covering the history, terminology, and milestones of human rights as delineated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Delivered both online and in-person, and in collaboration with a global leader in the field, this program empowers you to advocate, educate, and lead. Join us in shaping a world where rights are recognized and revered universally.
Comprehensive Curriculum
The Human Rights Curriculum offered by the Miel y Canela Foundation is a comprehensive educational program designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to understand, advocate for, and protect human rights. This CPD-accredited curriculum is structured to provide both theoretical foundations and practical applications in the field of human rights.
Curriculum components include:
- Introduction to Human Rights
- International Human Rights Law
- Human Rights Advocacy and Practice
- Human Rights and Social Justice
- Special topics in Human Rights,
and so much more.
This curriculum is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of human rights, enhance their professional qualifications, and make a meaningful impact in the field of human rights advocacy and protection in their communities and around the world.
Flexible Delivery
The Miel y Canela Foundation’s International Institute for Human Rights curriculum is designed with flexibility in mind to accommodate diverse learning needs and schedules. Our flexible delivery model ensures that participants can engage with the curriculum in a way that best suits their personal and professional commitments.
By offering a flexible delivery model, IILSM makes high-quality human rights education accessible and manageable for everyone, empowering more individuals to become effective advocates for human rights.
Collaborative Excellence
Miel y Canela Foundation’s IILSM Curriculum emphasizes collaborative excellence as a core component, fostering a learning environment where participants can engage, share, and grow together. This focus on collaboration enhances the educational experience and prepares participants to work effectively in diverse, team-oriented settings.
By fostering collaborative excellence, IILSM ensures that participants not only gain individual knowledge and skills but also learn to work effectively in teams, preparing them for impactful careers in human rights advocacy and beyond.
The International Institute of Leadership and Strategic Management is more than just an educational entity; it’s a global community united by a shared vision of a world where human rights are universally respected and protected. Through our programs, we delve deep into the history, policies, and milestones of human rights, ensuring that our participants emerge as informed and empowered advocates.
We emphasize both theory and real-world applications, preparing attendees to make tangible impacts in their communities, organizations, and the broader global stage. As a beacon in human rights education, International Institute of Leadership and Strategic Management paves the way for future leaders, advocates, and changemakers in this critical field.
Courses
Certified Executive Advisor in Leadership and Human Rights
(In-Person Training; offered in English)
August 7, 8, and 9, 2025. Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: To Be Advised
- Elevate Your Influence: Become a Certified Executive Advisor. This intensive training equips seasoned professionals with advanced leadership strategies grounded in a profound understanding of human rights principles – a powerful combination for navigating today's complex global landscape.
- Master Ethical Leadership for Global Impact: Learn to cultivate inclusive, equitable, and rights-respecting organizational cultures. Develop the expertise to advise executive teams on integrating human rights into strategic decision-making, fostering ethical leadership that resonates globally.
- Navigate the World of Diplomacy & International Affairs: Gain critical insights into international human rights frameworks, multilateral institutions (including the UN), and diplomatic protocols. Understand how leadership intersects with global governance, preparing you to engage effectively in international forums and collaborations.
- Unlock Opportunities within the United Nations System: This certification provides a distinct advantage for individuals seeking roles within UN agencies, NGOs with UN affiliations, and diplomatic missions. Your demonstrated expertise in leadership and human rights aligns directly with the core values and objectives of these influential organizations.
- Become a Catalyst for Systemic Change: Position yourself as a sought-after advisor capable of driving meaningful change within organizations and across sectors. Your ability to bridge leadership excellence with human rights advocacy will empower you to shape policies and initiatives with lasting global impact.
- Distinguish Yourself with a Prestigious Credential: Earn a valuable certification that validates your advanced knowledge and skills, setting you apart as a leader committed to ethical practices and human rights. This credential signals your readiness to contribute to a more just and equitable world on an executive level.
Certified Youth Advocate in Leadership and Human Rights Training
(In-Person Training)
June 12 and 13, 2025. Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: to be advised
The Certified Youth Advocate in Leadership and Human Rights Training is a transformative program designed to empower young individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead and advocate for human rights. Through comprehensive training, participants will develop leadership abilities, understand fundamental human rights principles, and gain the tools to drive change in their communities and beyond. This program not only fosters personal growth but also opens doors to international advocacy, including pathways to engage with the United Nations.
What is this training?
- A structured program focused on leadership, human rights, and advocacy.
- Equips young participants with essential skills to become influential voices in social justice and policy reform.
- Includes interactive workshops, mentorship, and opportunities for real-world application.
What is a Certified Youth Advocate?
- A youth leader trained in human rights and leadership, capable of advocating for change.
- Recognized for their expertise and dedication to community and global issues.
- Prepared to engage with international organizations, including the United Nations.
Benefits of this Training
- Enhances leadership and communication skills.
- Builds a deep understanding of human rights and advocacy strategies.
- Connects participants with global networks and opportunities.
- Provides mentorship and practical experience in activism.
- Opens pathways to prestigious forums, including the United Nations.
What You Will Learn
- Leadership principles and strategies for effective advocacy.
- Human rights laws, policies, and ethical considerations.
- Public speaking, negotiation, and persuasive communication.
- Community organizing and mobilization techniques.
- How to create impactful projects and drive meaningful change.
How It Will Impact and Change Your Lives
- Instills confidence and prepares youth to become influential leaders.
- Equips them with the tools to advocate for justice in their communities.
- Empowers them to participate in global initiatives and decision-making processes.
- Helps them develop a strong, purpose-driven career in leadership and activism.
How You Will Become Changemakers
- Encourages proactive engagement in social movements and policy reform.
- Provides hands-on experience in real-world advocacy initiatives.
- Fosters collaboration with international organizations and influential leaders.
- Creates avenues for participants to lead projects and influence change at local and global levels.
Creating a Pathway to the United Nations
- Gives youth the credentials and experience needed to engage with international forums.
- Prepares them to contribute to global discussions on human rights and leadership.
- Connects them with networks and professionals involved in UN advocacy.
- Opens opportunities for internships, scholarships, and leadership roles at the United Nations.
Certified Advisor for Human Rights
Registration Opens Soon
Our Certified Advocate for Human Rights training is designed to educate participants on the fundamental principles and practices of human rights. This course covers key components such as:
- Introduction to Human Rights: Overview of the history, principles, and key documents, such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
- Legal Frameworks: Examination of international, regional, and national human rights laws.
- Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding the various types of rights (civil, political, economic, social, and cultural) and the corresponding responsibilities of individuals, organizations, and governments.
- Current Issues and Case Studies: Analysis of contemporary human rights issues, including discrimination, human trafficking, and abuses, using real-life examples and case studies.
- Advocacy and Activism: Training on strategies and tools for effective advocacy, including how to campaign for human rights, engage with media, and influence policy.
- Skills Development: Break-out sessions on skills such as legal analysis, report writing, public speaking, and community organizing.
- Ethical Considerations: Discussion on ethical dilemmas and considerations in human rights work.
- Empowerment and Leadership: Encouraging participants to become human rights advocates, providing them with the knowledge and skills to lead initiatives and educate others.
This course is aimed at a diverse audience, including students, professionals, community leaders, and activists. A guest speaker is featured in every course. Upon completion of this course, participants are awarded a certification that recognizes their preparedness to advocate for and support the rights of all people.
Certified Advocate for Human Trafficking
Registration Opens Soon
The Certified Advocate on Human Trafficking course is a specialized training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to support and advocate for victims of human trafficking through awareness and prevention. This course includes components such as:
- Introduction to Human Trafficking: Overview of the definitions, types (sex trafficking, labor trafficking, etc.), and scope of human trafficking globally and locally.
- Legal Frameworks: Examination of international, national, and local laws and regulations related to human trafficking, including the Palermo Protocol and relevant domestic laws.
- Identification and Assessment: Training on recognizing signs of human trafficking, conducting assessments, and understanding the psychological and physical impacts on victims.
- Victim Support and Services: Guidance on providing comprehensive support to victims, including medical care, psychological counseling, legal assistance, and safe housing.
- Advocacy and Policy Work: Strategies for advocating for stronger anti-trafficking laws and policies, engaging with lawmakers, and participating in public awareness campaigns.
- Case Management: Skills for effectively managing cases, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring a victim-centered approach.
- Ethical Considerations and Confidentiality: Understanding the ethical issues involved in working with trafficking victims, including maintaining confidentiality and informed consent.
- Collaboration and Networking: Building partnerships with law enforcement, social services, healthcare providers, and other organizations involved in anti-trafficking efforts.
- Preventive Measures: Strategies for preventing human trafficking through education, community outreach, and empowerment programs.
Upon completion of this course, participants are awarded a certification that recognizes their preparedness to advocate for and support victims of human trafficking effectively. A guest speaker is featured in every course.
Domestic Violence Certified Advocate
Registration Opens Soon
The Domestic Violence Certified Advocate training is designed to train individuals to effectively support and advocate for victims of domestic violence. The course includes key components such as:
- Introduction to Domestic Violence: Overview of domestic violence, including definitions, types (physical, emotional, psychological, financial, etc.), and dynamics of abusive relationships.
- Legal Frameworks: Examination of laws and regulations related to domestic violence, protective orders, and victims’ rights at the national, and local levels.
- Identification and Assessment: Training on recognizing signs and symptoms of domestic violence, conducting risk assessments, and understanding the impact on victims and their families.
- Crisis Intervention and Safety Planning: Techniques for providing immediate support to victims, developing safety plans, and addressing urgent needs.
- Support Services and Referrals: Information on available resources and services, including shelters, counseling, legal aid, and healthcare, and how to connect victims to these services.
- Advocacy and Empowerment: Strategies for empowering victims, advocating for their rights, and helping them navigate the legal and social service systems.
- Case Management: Skills for effectively managing cases, coordinating with other service providers, and maintaining a client-centered approach.
- Ethical Considerations and Confidentiality: Understanding the ethical issues in domestic violence advocacy, including maintaining confidentiality and respecting victims’ autonomy.
- Collaboration and Networking: Building partnerships with law enforcement, social services, healthcare providers, and other organizations involved in domestic violence prevention and intervention.
- Preventive Measures: Strategies for preventing domestic violence through education, community outreach, and empowerment programs.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants are recognized and awarded a certification that recognizes readiness to advocate for and support domestic violence victims effectively. A guest speaker is featured in every course.
Cursos de Español
Curso de Ingles
(Virtual y Presencial)
Este curso está diseñado para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar sus habilidades en el idioma inglés. Abarca gramática, vocabulario, comprensión auditiva y expresión oral, brindando las herramientas necesarias para comunicarse de manera efectiva en situaciones cotidianas y profesionales. Ideal para todos los niveles, desde principiantes hasta avanzados.
El curso de inglés incluye:
- Gramática: Aprendizaje de las reglas gramaticales esenciales para una comunicación correcta.
- Vocabulario: Expansión del léxico para mejorar la expresión y comprensión.
- Comprensión auditiva: Ejercicios y prácticas para entender el inglés hablado en diversos contextos.
- Expresión oral: Actividades y conversaciones para mejorar la fluidez y la pronunciación.
- Lectura y escritura: Desarrollo de habilidades para leer y redactar textos en inglés.
- Prácticas interactivas: Uso de recursos tecnológicos y actividades dinámicas para un aprendizaje más efectivo.
Este curso está diseñado para adaptarse a todos los niveles, desde principiantes hasta avanzados, y proporciona las herramientas necesarias para comunicarse con confianza en inglés.
Curso de Ciudadania
(Clases Virtuales Solamente)
Este curso está diseñado para preparar a los participantes para el examen de ciudadanía de los Estados Unidos. Proporciona prácticas de entrevista y cuestionarios de prueba para familiarizar a los participantes con el proceso de naturalización. Ideal para aquellos que desean convertirse en ciudadanos estadounidenses y participar activamente en su comunidad.
El curso de ciudadanía incluye:
- Historia y Gobierno de EE.UU.: Estudio de eventos históricos importantes y la estructura del gobierno estadounidense.
- Derechos y Responsabilidades Cívicas: Información sobre los derechos y deberes de los ciudadanos.
- Preparación para la entrevista: Prácticas y simulaciones de la entrevista de ciudadanía.
- Cuestionarios de Prueba: Ejercicios para familiarizarse con las preguntas del examen de ciudadanía.
- Apoyo y Asesoramiento: Orientación durante todo el proceso de naturalización.
Este curso está diseñado para proporcionar todas las herramientas necesarias para que los participantes se conviertan en ciudadanos estadounidenses informados y activos.
Curso de Preparador de Documentos de Inmigracion
(Clases Virtuales Solamente)
Este curso capacita a los participantes en la correcta preparación y presentación de documentos de inmigración. Incluye formación sobre formularios esenciales, procedimientos legales, y requisitos de inmigración. Ideal para aquellos que desean ayudar a otros en el proceso de inmigración con conocimiento y precisión.
El curso de Preparador de Documentos de Inmigración incluye:
- Formularios Esenciales: Instrucción detallada sobre cómo completar los formularios de inmigración más importantes.
- Procedimientos Legales: Información sobre los procesos legales relacionados con la inmigración.
- Requisitos de Inmigración: Estudio de los requisitos necesarios para diferentes tipos de visas y estatus migratorios.
- Ética y Responsabilidad: Principios éticos y responsabilidades del preparador de documentos.
- Prácticas y Simulaciones: Ejercicios prácticos para familiarizarse con la preparación y presentación de documentos.
Este curso está diseñado para proporcionar las habilidades y conocimientos necesarios para ayudar a otros en el proceso de inmigración de manera efectiva y precisa.
Registracion Abrira Pronto
Nuestra capacitación para Defensores Certificados de los Derechos Humanos está diseñada para educar a los participantes sobre los principios y prácticas fundamentales de los derechos humanos. Este curso cubre componentes clave como:
- Introducción a los Derechos Humanos: descripción general de la historia, los principios y documentos clave, como la Declaración Universal de Derechos Humanos.
- Marcos legales: examen de las leyes internacionales, regionales y nacionales de derechos humanos.
- Derechos y Responsabilidades: Comprender los diversos tipos de derechos (civiles, políticos, económicos, sociales y culturales) y las responsabilidades correspondientes de individuos, organizaciones y gobiernos.
- Problemas actuales y estudios de casos: análisis de cuestiones contemporáneas de derechos humanos, incluida la discriminación, la trata de personas y los abusos, utilizando ejemplos y estudios de casos de la vida real.
- Promoción y activismo: Capacitación sobre estrategias y herramientas para una promoción eficaz, incluido cómo hacer campaña por los derechos humanos, interactuar con los medios e influir en las políticas.
- Desarrollo de habilidades: Sesiones de trabajo sobre habilidades como análisis legal, redacción de informes, oratoria y organización comunitaria.
- Consideraciones éticas: Discusión sobre dilemas y consideraciones éticas en el trabajo de derechos humanos.
- Empoderamiento y liderazgo: alentar a los participantes a convertirse en defensores de los derechos humanos, brindándoles el conocimiento y las habilidades para liderar iniciativas y educar a otros.
Este curso está dirigido a una audiencia diversa, incluidos estudiantes, profesionales, líderes comunitarios y activistas. En cada curso hay un orador invitado. Al finalizar este curso, los participantes reciben una certificación que reconoce su preparación para defender y apoyar los derechos de todas las personas.
Registracion abre Pronto
(Virtual en Vivo / Enlace será enviado al registrarse)
El curso de Defensor Certificado en Trata de Personas es un programa de capacitación especializado diseñado para dotar a los participantes del conocimiento y las habilidades necesarias para apoyar y defender a las víctimas de la trata de personas a través de la concientización y la prevención. Este curso incluye componentes tales como:
- Introducción a la trata de personas: descripción general de las definiciones, los tipos (tráfico sexual, trata laboral, etc.) y el alcance de la trata de personas a nivel mundial y local.
- Marcos legales: examen de las leyes y regulaciones internacionales, nacionales y locales relacionadas con la trata de personas, incluido el Protocolo de Palermo y las leyes nacionales pertinentes.
- Identificación y evaluación: capacitación para reconocer signos de trata de personas, realizar evaluaciones y comprender los impactos psicológicos y físicos en las víctimas.
- Servicios y apoyo a las víctimas: Orientación sobre cómo brindar apoyo integral a las víctimas, incluida atención médica, asesoramiento psicológico, asistencia jurídica y vivienda segura.
- Trabajo de promoción y políticas: estrategias para abogar por leyes y políticas más sólidas contra la trata, interactuar con los legisladores y participar en campañas de concientización pública.
- Gestión de casos: Habilidades para gestionar casos de forma eficaz, coordinar con múltiples partes interesadas y garantizar un enfoque centrado en las víctimas.
- Consideraciones éticas y confidencialidad: comprender las cuestiones éticas involucradas en el trabajo con víctimas de trata, incluido el mantenimiento de la confidencialidad y el consentimiento informado.
- Colaboración y establecimiento de redes: crear asociaciones con las fuerzas del orden, servicios sociales, proveedores de atención médica y otras organizaciones involucradas en los esfuerzos contra la trata.
- Medidas Preventivas: Estrategias para prevenir la trata de personas a través de educación, extensión comunitaria y programas de empoderamiento.
Al finalizar este curso, los participantes reciben una certificación que reconoce su preparación para defender y apoyar a las víctimas de la trata de personas de manera efectiva. En cada curso hay un orador invitado.