This course is made up of two parts, a quiz, and includes reference materials in the annex.

1.    Thematic concepts Part 1: Humanitarian access and space
2.    Case Study Part 2: The Hunting and Killing of Rwandan Refugees in Zaire/Congo 1996-1997
3.    Epilogue
4.    Quiz

Time to complete this course is approximately 6-10 hours and is self-paced. You do not need to complete the course in one sitting. You can enter and exit the course as many times as needed. 

• The topics are complex so plan to work over several sessions instead of all at once
• Work at your own pace
• Knowledge checks and evaluations must be completed to proceed
• A learning journal is provided with reflection questions
• Suggested readings are provided at the end of each section if you want to explore particular topics further

• To receive the course badge and certificate, please complete all Level 1 course modules listed above
• A quiz score of 70% or better is required
• Upon completion of the quiz and the course evaluation / feedback, you will be able to download your certificate / badge

By the end of this course, you should gain the following competencies:

Knowledge Competencies

1. Relate the concept of speaking out and speaking out challenges to concepts of humanitarian access, including negotiated access and humanitarian space.
2. Understand the normative international framework for humanitarian access/space, the laws that protect the act of medical humanitarian aid.
3. Understand the context and key events of the MSF Speaking Out Case Study. ‘The Hunting and Killing of Rwandan Refugees in the Congo – Zaire 1996-1997’

Skills Competencies

1. Identify, compare, and analyse dilemmas highlighted in the case study.
2. Analyse the limits and risks of humanitarian access and the effects of speaking out. Examine the evolution of humanitarian space. 
3. Apply knowledge, critical thinking, and leadership skills today’s dilemmas by making connections between the case study and current challenges.