The Public Health in Complex Emergencies (PHCE) training program is available. The dates for all of the courses in 2005 are available through the link below. Dates and Regional Partners February 28-March 12 - American University of Beirut, Lebanon May 9-21 - Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, Bangkok, Thailand November 7-19 - Institute of Public Health, Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda This is a two-week residential course implemented by our Regional Partners with support from World Education, Inc. and the International Rescue Committee.  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. Brochures and applications can also be downloaded from the Internet at:  http://www.theirc.org/phce      Contact shortcourse@theirc.org for further details.