Part II Preventing torture: NHRIs in action | Section II Contributing to the implementation of the legal framework Another option is to establish a mixed training team, composed of representatives from the NHRI and representatives from the professional group. Alternatively, NHRIs can focus on developing and running “train the trainer” courses, with regular follow-up and evaluation included as part of this strategy. Where appropriate, NHRIs can be involved in directly training public officials. In taking on this role, NHRIs should take account of the following principles. • Needs assessment: The content, structure and methodology of the training programme should be tailored to the meet the identified needs of the organization. • Selection of participants: Training must be available for officials who have direct contact with detainees, not just high-ranking officers or new recruits receiving basic training. • Objectives: Training should have a practical focus to assist officers in their daily work and help them respond to operational challenges that they face. • Evaluation: Monitoring the impact of training should be integrated into the training process and could include follow-up visits, questionnaires or mentoring. The Venezuelan Ombudsman (Defensoría del Pueblo) has signed an agreement with a nongovernmental organization (Red de Apoyo por la Justicia y la Paz) to jointly train 5,000 police officers in human rights and torture prevention. The National Human Rights Commission of Korea conducts training on core international and national human rights standards regarding correctional systems. The training is based on a case study approach. Working through practical examples, participants examine real life situations from different points of view, including that of the detainee, and reflect on established practices. Since 2004, the Commission has trained 2,617 correction officers and conducted a three-day human rights training workshop for trainers in detention facilities. Watch Go to the Preventing Torture CD-Rom to watch more on NHRIs and their role to train law enforcement officials on the prevention of torture and illtreatment. Click on ‘Feature materials’ and then select ‘Item 7 – NHRIs: Training law enforcement officials’. Key points: Chapter 6 • Training public officials is an important way that NHRIs can contribute to the prevention of torture. • NHRIs can be involved in developing and revising training curricula and relevant training material on torture prevention. • NHRIs can develop and deliver training courses which is based on a needs assessment, contains practical content, involves relevant participants and includes evaluation. Chapter 6: Training public officials | 59