Training: Summer Academy - Peace Mediation in North Africa and Sahel / Switzerland / 20-25 July 2015
ICP
The Institute for Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding presents
The International Summer Academy and Forum on
Peace Mediation and National Dialogue in North Africa and Sahel
20th to 25th of July 2015
Caux (Montreux), Switzerland
Cost: 990 CHF/EUR (790 CHF/EUR before the 30th of April). Under 25 years old: 790 CHF/EUR (590 CHF/EUR before the 30th of April).
More than just a training... Join the spirit!
With the theme “North Africa and Sahel”, the International Summer Academy and Forum 2015 offers its participants an overview of mediation and dialogue within the North Africa and Sahel region. It provides the participants with the possibility to discuss real cases that arise in North Africa and Sahel, and the opportunity to observe how local initiatives and the indigenous culture of peace mediation interact with initiatives from outsiders.
The importance of peace mediation has significantly increased over the recent years. Peace mediation aims at preventing or solving violent conflicts by conducting dialogue and negotiations. This way, peace mediators assist the different parties involved to overcome the burden of the conflict and guide them towards constructive, cooperative solutions for a peaceful and common future. The art of peace mediation requires patience and perseverance, as well as skills, knowledge, methodology and experience.
Interactive and participatory methods are particularly emphasized during the course, as they allow participants to fully practice what they learn, as well as sharing their knowledge and skills with other participants. Participants will have the opportunity to gain first-hand insights from international and local experts during the lectures. Additionally, the Summer Academy and Forum is an excellent place to increase one’s personal and professional network in the cozy atmosphere of the Caux Palace Hotel.
Registration is now open on http://www.institute-icp.ch/summer-academy.