The 23rd DIILS course on "Conducting Stability and Peacekeeping Operations in accordance with the Rule of Law" (PKRL) graduated 27 students from 17 countries on 20 November 2008. Twelve of the students came from African countries.  For the first time, the course curriculum included discussion and planning exercises focused on current or likely peacekeeping missions in Africa.  Students also visited the United Nations Headquarters in New York City and heard presentations from U.S. officials in Washington D.C. Commenting on the value of the program, one student from an African nation stated that PKRL "is very useful and it exposes the student to the concept of PKO and the application of law in such operations.  Also the program affords foreign students the opportunity to learn more about American life and aspirations."

PKRL (MASL P176019) will be offered again 13 April to 21 May 2009.