This course studies the approaches and practice of peace mediation. While traditionally focused on facilitating the end of civil wars, peace mediation practice has developed a much more diversified set of instruments relevant for situations of turbulent political transitions, complex investment environments, chronic violence, exclusion in cities or borderlands.
In an era of power politics and the multiplication of conflict – from superpower competition to violence in the household – peace mediation becomes an ever more important instrument of diplomacy applied by government, international or civil society organisations. This course offers an opportunity to learn about the peace mediation sector’s current state and frontiers and dive into peace mediation practice.
Objectives
This training day will enable you to:
- Gain a solid understanding of the foundations and approaches that drive peace mediation practice, including the current state and frontlines of the peace mediation sector
- Equip yourself with the toolbox of peace mediation and relevant frameworks for understanding peace processes and thereby navigate disinformation
- Articulate your key values and ethical principles guiding your leadership style
- Experiment peace mediation through practical exercises
Programme overview
MORNING
- Peace mediation practice: Approaches and Practice
- The toolbox of peace processes
AFTERNOON
- Practical exercise
- Frontlines of peace mediation practice in an era of radical uncertainty
Who is this programme for
This programme is particularly relevant for mid-to senior-level practitioners from various organisations willing to:
- Work in the peace mediation or conflict resolution sector in government, international or civil society organisations
- Develop a better grasp of the peace and conflict dossier as part of a diplomatic posting to a permanent mission in Geneva or Bern
- Obtain practical handrails on what to do against the proliferation of conflict, violence and injustices in an era of rapid change
How to Apply:
Please complete the application form and return it by e-mail, attached with your CV, to Ms. Jimmye Johnson, Admission Officer.
Participant registration will only be confirmed once the Admissions Committee grants admission and the tuition fees are paid, as indicated on the tuition fees invoice.
Without receipt of your payment in due time, the Graduate Institute reserves the right to freely reallocate places on the course as it sees fit, and you may consequently be prevented from participation.
