Guidance

International Protocol on the documentation and investigation of sexual violence in conflict: training materials - interviewing

Sets out ethical considerations for interviewing and dealing with survivors or witnesses of sexual violence.

Documents

Interviewing

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Interviewing

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Details

Includes:

  • recognising the advantages and potential difficulties of interviewing
  • understanding helpful interview techniques and appropriate questions
  • identifying how to create a supportive, comfortable and encouraging atmosphere

Part of training material and guidance on how to use and implement the International Protocol on the documentation and investigation of sexual violence in conflict.

This material has been produced by the Institute for International Criminal Investigations (IICI).

Published 15 August 2016