Conflict-sensitive Communication in International Cooperation

Course content: 

Communicating peace and conflict can be crucial in serving peacebuilding purposes. Traditionally, mass media have disseminated information that shapes public opinion on peace and conflict. Over the past decade, digital technologies have created new opportunities for the inclusion of individuals in communication activities. At the same time, several challenges have emerged, such as issues of confidentiality, credibility, trust, privacy, and security. Course participants will critically reflect on trends, challenges, and practices of communicating peacebuilding.

Course objectives:

• Learn how to communicate peacebuilding at all stages of a conflict cycle.
• Discover best practices for communicating peace and conflict.
• Reflect on opportunities and challenges at the peacebuilding-communication-nexus.
• Dive into a variety of topics, ranging from social media to visualization to innovation.
• Exchange experiences and become part of a community of practice. 

This course is designed for:

• Practitioners and academics interested in complementing their own experiences with current conceptual insights and practical knowledge on communication and peacebuilding.

If you are unsure, do not hesitate to contact us for personal advice.

Tuition fee: 1'700 CHF

Please apply here before 30th of August 2025: Conflict-sensitive Communication in International Cooperation