Learning and research
The OSCE offers training courses and learning material to support practitioners and other interested audiences in the OSCE participating States.
Online courses
Free e-courses on a wide range of security issues in line with the OSCE's comprehensive approach to security.
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OSCE e-learning platform
This platform offers free courses developed by the OSCE in support of its activities undertaken as part of its comprehensive concept of security.
https//elearning.osce.org
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e-learning course for election observers
To assist the participating States in training their potential election observers. It is open to everyone interested.
https//www.odihrobserver.org
Platforms and eLibraries
Knowledge databases, learning platforms and tools
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ODIHR Election Expert Database
For individuals, experts and observers interested in joining ODIHR election observation activities
https//electionexpert.odihr.pl
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OSCE/ODIHR Electoral Recommendations Database
A centralized and searchable collection of the recommendations provided by ODIHR’s election observation activities
https//paragraph25.odihr.pl
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Hate crime data
ODIHR’s Hate Crime Reports and data reported by the 57 OSCE participating States
https//hatecrime.osce.org
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Tolerance and Non-Discrimination Information System
Information, including on positive initiatives and good practices from throughout the OSCE region.
https//tandis.odihr.pl
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ODIHR’s Legislationline
Legislative database covering laws from 57 OSCE states and international standards, case-law and guidelines
https//legislationline.org
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Gender audit tool for political parties
Political parties are the gatekeepers of democracy – make sure yours is open for women as well as men.
https//genderaudit.osce.org
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Safety of Journalists Toolbox
National instruments and initiatives from across the OSCE region
https//osce-soj.glide.page
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#SAIFE Resource Hub
Spotlight on Artificial Intelligence and Freedom of Expression
https//www.osce.org
Education
Academies and specialized programmes for academics and OSCE staff
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OSCE Border Management Staff College
The Border Management Staff College enhances the OSCE’s border security work by fostering co-operation and the sharing of expertise and best practices.
https//www.oscebmsc.org
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OSCE Academy in Bishkek
Graduate courses in politics, security and development, fostering co-operation and building regional expertise.
https//www.osce-academy.net
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Summer Academy on OSCE
A carefully balanced mix of lectures, workshops and a study visit to the OSCE in Vienna.
https//www.aspr.ac.at
Project
Promoting women’s economic empowerment in the energy sector in Central Asia
Promoting women’s economic empowerment in the energy sector in Central Asia
Event Series
Scholarship for Peace and Security in the OSCE area
Annual educational course on conflict prevention and resolution for young professionals
Guides, manuals and handbooks
Recommendations and practical guidance for practitioners, offering instructional material or comprehensive overviews
Guide / manual / handbook
Media Handbook
Guide / manual / handbook
Resilient Means Undefeatable. Roadmap for Institutional Resilience of Youth Centre and Youth Space Teams
Guide / manual / handbook
Guidelines for Determining the Amount of Compensation for Non-Pecuniary Damage in Cases of Discrimination
Guide / manual / handbook
Implementing Restorative Justice for Hate Incidents and Hate Crimes - a Practical Guide
Studies and reports
Investigative reports and analyses for policy-makers and researchers that assess the progress, effectiveness and long-terms results of OSCE programmes and activities
Study / report
War crimes proceedings in Serbia (2020-2023)
Study / report
From risk to resilience: The role of financial literacy in youth crime prevention
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Advancing media ownership transparency reform in Albania
Study / report