Diploma in Mental Health Law and Human Rights 2011-2012

The Indian Law Society (ILS) in Pune, India, in collaboration with the World Health Organization, announced the opening of admissions to the International Diploma in Mental Health Law and Human Rights for the 2011-2012 academic year.

It is expected that the diploma will equip students with the knowledge and skills to actively support countries in drafting and amending mental health laws that are in line with international human rights standards, such as the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

This year’s course will commence in October 2011. Admission forms are available at the following website: www.mentalhealthlaw.in