Call for Participation: Model International Criminal Court (Training course)

Date: 13th June to 19th June 2025

Place: Berlin, Germany

Number of Participants: 40

Applications: Individuals from Erasmus+ programme countries and partner countries, USA

Application Deadline: 25th April 2025

What is MICC about?

The Model International Criminal Court (MICC) is a well-established educational programme that simulates trials before the International Criminal Court (ICC) for high school and university students from around the world. Over the course of seven days, participants take on the roles of judges, prosecution, defence, or media, and work on real historical cases that have been tried before the ICC. In addition to student simulations, MICC offers training courses for professionals in non-formal education, equipping them with the knowledge and tools to address issues related to human rights, international humanitarian law, and justice in their own educational settings.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is the world’s first permanent court established to prosecute individuals for the most serious crimes of concern to the international community: genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression. As a cornerstone of international justice, the ICC plays a crucial role in promoting accountability and the rule of law. MICC builds on these principles to foster a deeper understanding of international justice and how it can be taught through practical, case-based learning.

Since its founding in 2005, MICC has grown into a dynamic and successful programme. Its impact is rooted in the high quality of its training, its focus on timely and relevant issues, and the unique, immersive experience it offers. The working language is English, and each session combines discussions, workshops, and exchanges with professionals in the field. 

By bringing together participants from Europe and beyond, MICC promotes intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding among people of diverse national and social backgrounds. Moreover, participants benefit of the broad MICC network. More information about MICC are available on the website of the programme: http://www.model-icc.org/

MICC Training Course 2025:

• MICC Anniversary Conference – 14th June 2025: A one-day event bringing together over 150 participants from around the world, featuring inspiring speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
• Training Course: Following the conference, participants will engage in an intensive training programme focused on reflection, exchange, and innovation.
• New Challenges in International Law: The course offers space to discuss new MICC cases, reflect and develop MICC’s current and new educational materials furthermore, integrating emerging topics, such as ecocide, into the MICC framework and broader human rights education.
• Participants will strengthen their ability to apply MICC-based methods in their own educational and professional environments.

What we are offering:

• Lectures and training units by experienced MICC trainers and external trainers working in the field of international criminal law and human rights.
• Experience in innovative historical human rights education.
• Discussions on global justice and ecocide as well as the work of international tribunals and the International Criminal Court.
• Working with well known organizations in the field of international criminal law and human rights education.

Who we are looking for:

The MICC training course in Berlin is designed for professionals and practitioners from diverse backgrounds who are eager to deepen their understanding of international law, human rights, and non-formal education. We welcome:

• Youth work professionals, including youth workers, social workers, educators, and community leaders working with young people and marginalized communities.
• Legal and political science practitioners, such as students, researchers, and professionals in law, international relations, and social sciences, interested in international criminal law and justice.
• NGO representatives and civil society members looking to build European and international networks and exchange best practices.
• Trainers and educators engaged in non-formal education who seek new methods to foster critical thinking and dialogue on human rights and justice.
• Activists and professionals dedicated to international justice, particularly those interested in discussing ecocide as an international crime from both a legal and humanitarian perspective.

Participating countries:

• This training is for 40 participants from Erasmus+ countries (EU Member States and third countries associated to the Erasmus+ Programme)
• United States of America

Language:

English

Costs:

The participation fee for the MICC training course covers differs by region and it covers the participation for the conference on June 14th, training workshops and all other program-related costs (lodging and accommodation). Please note, that half-board is the standard of this training course. Please look up the fees by region: REGION 1 - 200.00 EUR - USA; REGION 2 - 100.00 EUR - EU Member States and third countries associated to the Erasmus+ Programme.

Travel Costs:

The MICC Programme is supporting each participant with their travel costs. The maximum reimbursement per individual by region:

• REGION 1 - Up to 1000.00 EUR - USA
• REGION 2 - Up to 275.00 EUR - AT, BE, DK, FI, FR, DE, IS, IE, IL, NL, NO, SE, CH, GB
• REGION 3 - Up to 275.00 EUR - CZ, GR, IT, PT, SI, ES, EE, HR, HU, LV, LT, PL, RU, SK, TR
• REGION 4 - Up to 360.00 EUR - AL, AR, AS, BY, BA, BG, BH, GE, KZ, MK, MD, PS, RO, RS, RKS, UA
• REGION 5 - Participants from all other countries which are not listed in regions 1, 2, 3, and 4 - should self-fund their travel costs or request a scholarship in the application form

The reimbursement of travel costs will be handled and paid during the project week in cash or bank transfer to each participant. The MICC Programme is not providing any type of pre-payments or post-payments for the reimbursement of travel costs.

Organisers:

Kreisau-Initiative e. V. in collaboration with partner institutions/organisations from different countries.

Programme:

You can download the programme for the project here.

How to apply:

The application is available via following link.

The deadline for submitting your application is 25th April 2025.
The results of the selection will be announced by 27th April 2025.
All materials such as the agenda will be sent 4 weeks before the training course.

Contact:

In case you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us: micc [at] kreisau.de.