Technology and Innovation in United Nations Peace Operations

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Technology has transformed peace operations. This course explores the current and emerging landscape of technology in the field, including its use by the UN and non-State actors. It also seeks to strike a balance between the wonders of technology and its negative consequences. Overall, this course aims to help peacekeepers navigate new and familiar technologies in the field.

About the Author: Dr. Walter Dorn is a Professor of Defence Studies at the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) and the Canadian Forces College (CFC). Dr. Dorn is a scientist by training (with a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Toronto) whose doctoral research was on chemical sensing, especially for arms control. He participated in negotiating, ratifying, and implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) while working at Parliamentarians for Global Action (1992 to 1993). His interests cover international and human security, especially UN field operations for peacekeeping and peace enforcement.

Number of pages: 150 [English]

Publisher: Peace Operations Training Institute [30-11-2023]

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La tecnología ha transformado las operaciones de paz. En este curso se estudia el escenario tecnológico actual y futuro en nuestro campo, incluido su uso por parte de la ONU y diversos actores no estatales. También se busca encontrar un equilibrio entre las maravillas de la tecnología y sus consecuencias negativas. En términos generales, el curso pretende ayudar al personal de mantenimiento de la paz a desenvolverse con tecnologías nuevas y otras ya conocidas en su campo.

Acerca del autor: El doctor Walter Dorn es profesor de Estudios de Defensa en el Royal Military College (RMC) de Canadá y del Canadian Forces College (CFC). Dorn es científico de formación — con un doctorado en química de la Universidad de Toronto — y su programa de investigación doctoral trató sobre sensores químicos, especialmente para el control de armas. Participó en la negociación, ratificación e implementación de la Convención sobre las Armas Químicas (CAQ) mientras trabajaba en Parlamentarios para la Acción Global (1992 a 1993). Entre sus intereses se encuentran la seguridad humana e internacional, especialmente en lo relativo a operaciones sobre el terreno de la ONU para el mantenimiento de la paz y la imposición de la paz.

Number of pages: 164 [Spanish]

Publisher: Peace Operations Training Institute [18-08-2025]

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Nouveau!

La technologie a transformé les opérations de maintien de la paix. Ce cours explore le paysage actuel et émergent de la technologie sur le terrain, y compris son utilisation par les Nations Unies et les acteurs non étatiques. Il cherche également à trouver un équilibre entre les merveilles de la technologie et ses conséquences négatives. Dans l’ensemble, ce cours vise à aider les soldats de la paix à naviguer entre les technologies nouvelles et familières sur le terrain.

Au sujet de l’auteur : Le Dr Walter Dorn est professeur d’études de défense au Collège militaire royal du Canada (CMR) et au Collège des Forces canadiennes (CFC). Le Dr Dorn est un scientifique de formation (titulaire d’un doctorat en chimie de l’Université de Toronto) dont les recherches doctorales portaient sur la détection chimique, en particulier pour le contrôle des armements. Il a participé à la négociation, à la ratification et à la mise en œuvre de la Convention sur les armes chimiques (CAC) alors qu’il travaillait pour l’Action mondiale des parlementaires (de 1992 à 1993). Ses intérêts couvrent la sécurité internationale et humaine, en particulier les opérations de maintien et d’imposition de la paix des Nations Unies sur le terrain.

Number of pages: 167 [French]

Publisher: Peace Operations Training Institute [06-05-2025]

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4.96 Stars from 51 Reviews

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4 Stars

"It's interesting and has given me clear insights on the technologies used and their challenges. However, I would suggest that the questions for the feedback should be varried for different courses. Thanks"

Reviewed: 17-05-2025

5 Stars

"Good lerning"

Reviewed: 15-05-2025

5 Stars

"What I liked about the Technology and Innovation in United Nations Peace Operations course was its clear explanation of how modern technology can enhance peacekeeping efforts. The course provided practical examples, such as the use of drones, satellite imagery, and data analysis, which helped me understand how innovation supports field operations. I also appreciated the focus on how technology can improve the safety and effectiveness of peacekeepers."

Reviewed: 18-04-2025

5 Stars

"This course is very importante It can be used in oder to improve skills about peacekeeping operations and to rise knowledge from a level to another"

Reviewed: 17-04-2025

5 Stars

"Hacer el curso de tecnología e innovación en las operaciones de paz de las Naciones Unidas es importante porque permite adquirir conocimientos y herramientas clave para enfrentar los desafíos actuales de las misiones de paz con mayor eficacia, seguridad y adaptabilidad . Este curso concientiza al personal de la importancia en utilizar tecnologías modernas como radares, drones, sistemas de vigilancia, comunicaciones seguras, inteligencia artificial y plataformas digitales, para optimizar la planificación, ejecución y monitoreo de las operaciones. Además, promueve una cultura de innovación dentro del entorno multinacional de las misiones, fortaleciendo la colaboración entre contingentes y mejorando la protección de civiles y del personal desplegado. También refuerza principios de inclusión, igualdad y ética profesional , alineados con los valores fundamentales de las Naciones Unidas. En suma, el curso no solo mejora la capacidad operativa sino que también contribuye a una paz más sostenible y tecnológicamente preparada."

Reviewed: 07-04-2025