Simulation in International Relations: Peacekeeping and Protection of Refugeess

The IR Program invites you to participate in this year's Peacekeeping Simulation What: Participants are assigned different roles (NGO representatives, insurgents, military personnel, among others) and coordinate their action across computer-based terrain models with two-way radios, maps and working with their teams. You will be briefed on your mission in advance, and then it's up to you to complete the tasks in real time. When: Saturday, March 17th, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Lunch and pizza served. Where: NROTC at 30th and Spruce Streets   Here's the set up:  You're about to intervene in an unstable region after a bitter conflict. Peace is uncertain, resentment festers, and outside actors are keen to disrupt your activities The environment is full of hazards: a harsh climate; difficult terrain; unexploded munitionsrmed criminals; and desperate displaced persons. indigenous actors are skeptical of your moivations and ready to sponsor terrorism or insurgency if you oppose their interests. Now you must bringstability, in cooperation with disparate government agencies, military units, NGOs and IOs.  What are you going to do? ** Sign up in advance is required. Please email Liz Gormisky at egorm@sas.upenn.edu