Applications will continue until the course is full. July 26-August 7 - Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Bangkok, Thailand November 1-14 - Institute of Public Health, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda World Education, Inc., in collaboration with the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University and the International Rescue Committee, is implementing this two-week residential course with the following regional partners: Makerere University, Institute for Public Health in Uganda, and the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center in Thailand. The course is intended for: * NGO/PVO staff who are responsible now (or may be in the near future) for making decisions that affect the health of refugees and internally displaced persons. * District medical officers and other Ministry of Health staff working in regions affected by complex emergencies. * Staff from international and governmental organizations instrumental in planning services for people affected by complex emergencies. The International Rescue Committee is responsible for promoting NGO participation. Tuition, which includes accommodations and meals, is $2400. Brochure and application forms can be downloaded from the internet at: http://www.theirc.org/phce Health Training International Rescue Committee 122 East 42nd Street New York, NY 10168 Tel: 212-551-3005 Fax: 212-551-3185 email: shortcourse@theirc.org