Description

The United Nations Engagement Platoon (UNEP – 04) course was conducted from 24 February to 4 March 2025 as per the United Nations Reinforcement Training Package (RTP) concerning the recently launched engagement platoon. The objective was to cultivate meaningful involvement with gender in conflicted communities and advocate for integrating individuals at all levels and roles within peacekeeping missions to achieve long-term, sustainable peace.

Objective

The primary objective of the UNEP-04 course was to develop the core competencies of military personnel in community engagement, gender-sensitive peacekeeping, and inclusive operational practices. It aimed to enhance their ability to interact with local populations in complex conflict environments, contribute to mission effectiveness, and uphold the values of the United Nations by promoting inclusion, protection, and sustainable peace in host communities.

Participation Overview

12 personnel from the Pakistan Army successfully completed the course and were awarded certificates.

Conduct Methodology

The course was designed to equip peacekeepers with the essential knowledge needed to carry out tasks effectively in UN missions. Participants were exposed to the various facets of their roles and tasks as part of ET.  Additionally, they received enlightening presentations from Adjunct Faculty to gain insights from subject matter experts (SME). Participants also got in mission training through Seminars and hands-on learning through extensive Scenario-Based/Tabletop Exercises, ensuring a well-rounded and experiential educational environment.

Closing Ceremony

The closing remarks were delivered by Brig Sajjad Ahmad, SI(M), Retd, Head of the Peacekeeping Training Department (PKT), during the ceremony of the UN Engagement Platoon Course – 04. He congratulated the participants on the successful completion of the three-week course and highlighted how the training at CIPS reflects the diversity and operational environment of actual UN missions. Brigadier Sajjad acknowledged the achievements of the Department of Peacekeeping Training, which has now conducted 212 courses and trained over 4,037 peacekeepers in line with UN guidelines. He emphasized Pakistan’s significant contributions to UN peacekeeping over the years and its standing as one of the leading Troop Contributing Countries. In his concluding remarks, he expressed confidence that the course would serve as a milestone in enhancing participants’ understanding of UN systems and their future roles as members of Engagement Platoons. He extended his best wishes to all participants for their continued professional success.

The United Nations Engagement Platoon UNEP – 04