Conflict Resolution And Peacebuilding Training Course

Introduction

This comprehensive training course on Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding provides participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage and resolve conflicts within communities. As communities face increasing challenges related to social, economic, and cultural differences, the need for skilled conflict resolution practitioners has never been more critical. This training course will delve into the core principles of conflict resolution, exploring various conflict management styles, mediation techniques, and peacebuilding strategies, and how to foster constructive dialogue and promote reconciliation.

This training course offers a thorough understanding of the root causes of conflict, the dynamics of conflict escalation, and the strategies for de-escalation and resolution. Participants will learn how to apply conflict analysis tools, facilitate mediation processes, and design peacebuilding initiatives in diverse community settings. By the end of this training course, attendees will be equipped to design, implement, and manage conflict resolution and peacebuilding programs that promote social harmony, justice, and sustainable peace.

Target Audience

• Community Leaders
• Social Workers
• NGO Staff
• Mediators
• Educators
• Religious Leaders
• Law Enforcement Officers

Course Objectives

• Understand the principles of conflict resolution and peacebuilding.
• Learn to analyze the root causes and dynamics of conflict.
• Explore various conflict management styles and techniques.
• Develop skills in mediation and facilitation.
• Apply tools for conflict analysis and assessment.
• Design strategies for conflict de-escalation and resolution.
• Promote reconciliation and social healing.
• Integrate peacebuilding into community development.

DURATION

5 Days

Course Content

Module 1: Principles of Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding

• Defining conflict and its various forms
• Understanding the nature of peace and peacebuilding
• Exploring the principles of conflict resolution
• Examining the role of justice and reconciliation
• Understanding cultural dimensions of conflict

Module 2: Analyzing the Root Causes and Dynamics of Conflict

• Identifying the root causes of conflict
• Analyzing the stages of conflict escalation
• Understanding the role of power and inequality
• Exploring the impact of trauma and violence
• Analyzing the dynamics of intergroup conflict

Module 3: Conflict Management Styles and Techniques

• Exploring various conflict management styles
• Understanding the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument
• Applying assertive communication techniques
• Developing negotiation skills
• Utilizing collaborative problem-solving

Module 4: Mediation and Facilitation Skills

• Developing skills in mediation and facilitation
• Understanding the mediation process
• Facilitating dialogue and communication
• Managing power imbalances in mediation
• Promoting consensus-building

Module 5: Tools for Conflict Analysis and Assessment

• Applying tools for conflict analysis and assessment
• Conducting conflict mapping
• Utilizing the conflict tree analysis
• Performing stakeholder analysis
• Developing conflict sensitivity assessments

Module 6: Strategies for Conflict De-escalation and Resolution

• Designing strategies for conflict de-escalation and resolution
• Applying techniques for managing anger and emotions
• Developing strategies for ceasefire and peace talks
• Implementing disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) programs
• Promoting restorative justice

Module 7: Promoting Reconciliation and Social Healing

• Promoting reconciliation and social healing
• Understanding the concept of reconciliation
• Addressing issues of truth and memory
• Facilitating intergroup dialogue
• Designing reconciliation programs

Module 8: Integrating Peacebuilding into Community Development

• Integrating peacebuilding into community development
• Understanding the links between conflict and development
• Designing peacebuilding programs
• Promoting economic development for peace
• Strengthening local governance for peace

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.