Today’s peace processes are highly complex. Peace mediation and national dialogues are widely recognized as two relevant avenues for the peaceful settlement of conflicts. Peace mediation processes are assisted negotiation processes, often with limited participation and a focus on questions of power-sharing. National dialogues, in contrast, aim to provide a space to discuss a broader range of issues relevant to the wider society, expand participation beyond political and military elites and (re)build relations among different actors. Nevertheless, the two concepts are closely interlinked as national dialogues can be set up before, during or after peace mediation processes.
In this course you will:
- get insights into how to define, design and support National Dialogues
- refresh your competences in mediation and relate them to National Dialogue processes
- discuss questions of participation and representation in National Dialogues
- reflect on lessons learned from past National Dialogue processes
- exchange experiences and become part of a community of practice
Structure:
The course consists of preparatory readings and a 3-day on-site training (Wednesday to Friday) at the kHaus in Basel. The course schedule is 9h00-12h30 and 14h00-17h30 (may be subject to change). The detailed program will be sent to participants in due time.
Tuition fee: CHF 1'700
For more information, visit our course website or contact us at academy@swisspeace.ch
Apply by 15 February 2025 under this link (Course is not yet open for registration at the moment)
Kasernenhof 8
4058 Basel
Schweiz