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SUMMARY:“Mediation of Local Conflicts” Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual training course \n“MEDIATION OF LOCAL CONFLICTS” \n15th – 18th September 2020 \n  \nTopics: defining and understanding “local conflict”; essence of mediation; role of mediator; local conflict analysis for mediation design and process – tools and skills; talking to non-state armed actors; how to determine when a local conflict is ripe for mediation; developing a mediation strategy and process design; mediation skills; bringing the aspect of culture and inter-cultural dialogue into mediation; public communication in the mediation context; influence of information and digital technologies on local conflict and mediation; digital mediation toolkit- opportunities and risks (cyber mediation\, social media\, cyber security)… \n  \nAim of the course: To train civil affairs\, political affairs and other officers serving in peacekeeping operations\, political and peacebuilding missions by enhancing their specific knowledge and skills\, and enabling them to develop a deeper understanding of ways to prevent\, mitigate and resolve local conflicts.  \n  \nThe course will address local (community) conflicts. This is a new aspect in UN peacekeeping practices\, and some UN operations are assigned a specific mandate from the Security Council to support mediation of such conflicts. The course is balanced between the operational and tactical level\, and most of the conflict management tools are catered to the tactical level field work. \nThe course program is designed for mid and senior level civil affairs\, political affairs and other officers serving in various units and offices\, such as Protection of civilians\, Rule of Law\, Disarmament\, demobilization and reintegration\, Security sector reform\, Human Rights\, Joint mission analysis center\, Joint operations center\, Military and Police components\, within field and peacekeeping operations (UN\, AU\, EU\, OSCE etc.)\, as well as those working in governments\, non-governmental organizations\, academic institutions\, or preparing to serve in peace operations. \nThe course will be conducted virtually via Zoom software. The training will consist of lectures and facilitated discussions by senior experts and practitioners in the field (UN senior mediation advisers\, former head of UN mission\, Special Representative of the UN Secretary General\, director of political and civil affairs\, senior advisors\, chief of staff in UN PKOs)\, as well as simulation exercises\, role play and case studies\, which will comprise over 50% of the course. A virtual space will be provided for group discussions and best practices\, and for experience sharing among the participants under the guidance of the senior mentors. \n  \n  \nCourse Information \n\n\n\nSenior Mentors:\nAmbassador Milos Strugar\, UN Senior Mediation Advisor \nUN DPPA Mediation Support Unit TBC\n\n\nCourse Director:\nGoran Topalović\, Director of Operations\, Conflux Center\n\n\nProject Officers:\nVisnja Jovancevic\, Conflux Center \nEmilija Maric\, Conflux Center\n\n\nDuration:\n15th – 18th September 2020\n\n\n\n  \nConflux Center is organizing a complementary course “GENDER MAINSTREAMING IN MEDIATION” from 24th – 25th September 2020. \n  \nCourse fees: \n  \nThe fee for the “Mediation of local conflicts” course is 750 EUR (900 USD).  \n  \nThe fee for the “Gender mainstreaming in mediation” course is 450 EUR (550 USD). \nThe fee for both courses is 1.000 EUR (1.200 USD).  \nConflux Center alumni are eligible for 20% discount. \nPartial subsidy could be available at later stage. Those interested in partial subsidy should send CV and Motivation letter not later than 28th August 2020 to office@confluxcenter.org. \n  \nUpon online registration\, which will remain open till 12th September 2020\, participants will receive an invoice\, pre-course reading material and all necessary information on how to use Zoom\, as well as any assistance they might need. Pre-course reading material and additional reading will also be available on a designated password-protected webpage on our website. Instructions on how to use Zoom will also be presented during the introduction sessions of the course. \n  \nIn order to join the virtual training\, all attendees should have access to the internet and a personal computer (laptop)\, with an operational web-cam and microphone (external or internal). A stable internet connection is essential in order to minimize the chances of stutter or disconnecting. It is advisable that the participants download the Zoom application (free of charge). They can also join a meeting directly from their browser\, but the meeting experience from the browser is limited. The participants will receive all necessary information in the joining instructions prior to the start of the course. \nThe participants should be relieved of their regular work duties for the duration of the course. \n  \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nAfter completing the course\, training certificates in PDF will be issued\, and a hard copy can be sent via post if requested. \nFor further details about the course\, please contact us at: \noffice@confluxcenter.org  or  +381 65 3081976 \nThe program will be available on this page once finalized. \nDOWNLOAD PROGRAM \n  \nAPPLY NOW \n 
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/mediation-of-local-conflicts-virtual-course-2/
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SUMMARY:“Gender Mainstreaming in Mediation” Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual training course \n“GENDER MAINSTREAMING IN MEDIATION” \n24th – 25th September 2020 \n  \nTopics: gender-sensitive conflict analysis – tools and skills; gender and inclusive mediation; the gender-related impact of conflict; prevention and response to CRSV and SGBV; gender and culture; gender and inclusive mediation; role of mediator; challenges and best practices in integrating gender perspective in mediation… \n  \nThe objective of the course is to train civilian\, military and police officers serving in peace operations\, expand their specific knowledge on gender issues with the view to applying gender perspective in mediation processes\, to deepen their understanding of the role women could play in conflict prevention and conflict resolution\, and enhance specific skills in gender-sensitive conflict analysis and mediation process design. \n  \nThe course program is designed for mid and senior level civil affairs\, political affairs and other civilian\, military and police officers working in field and peacekeeping operations (UN\, AU\, EU\, OSCE etc.)\, as well as those working in public sector\, non-governmental organizations\, academic institutions\, or preparing to serve in peace operations. The program is balanced between the operational and tactical level. Most of the conflict management tools are catered to the tactical level field work. \n  \nThe course will be conducted virtually via Zoom software. The training will consist of lectures and facilitated discussions by senior experts and practitioners in the field (UN senior mediation advisers\, director of political and civil affairs\, senior advisors in UN PKOs)\, as well as simulation exercises\, role play and case studies\, which will comprise over 50% of the course. A space will be provided for group discussions and best practices and experience sharing among the participants under the guidance of the senior mentors. \n  \nCourse Information \n\n\n\nSenior Mentors:\nAmbassador Milos Strugar\, UN Senior Mediation Advisor \nUN DPPA Mediation Support Unit (TBC)\n\n\nCourse Director:\nGoran Topalović\, Director of Operations\, Conflux Center\n\n\nProject Officers:\nVisnja Jovancevic\, Conflux Center \nEmilija Maric\, Conflux Center\n\n\nDuration:\n24th – 25th September 2020\n\n\n\n  \nConflux Center is organizing a complementary course “MEDIATION OF LOCAL CONFLICTS” from 15th – 18th September 2020. \n  \nCourse fees: \n  \nThe fee for the “Gender mainstreaming in mediation” course is 450 EUR (550 USD). \n  \nThe fee for the “Mediation of local conflicts” course is 750 EUR (900 USD).  \n  \nThe fee for both courses is 1.000 EUR (1.200 USD).  \n  \nConflux Center alumni are eligible for 20% discount. \n  \nPartial subsidy could be available at later stage. Those interested in partial subsidy should send CV and Motivation letter not later than 10th June 2020 to office@confluxcenter.org. \n  \nUpon online registration\, which will remain open till 12th September 2020\, participants will receive an invoice\, pre-course reading material and all necessary information on how to use Zoom\, as well as any assistance they might need. Pre-course reading material and additional reading will also be available on a designated password-protected webpage on our website. Instructions on how to use Zoom will also be presented during the introduction sessions of the course. \n  \nIn order to join the virtual training\, all attendees should have access to the internet and a personal computer (laptop)\, with an operational web-cam and microphone (external or internal). A stable internet connection is essential in order to minimize the chances of stutter or disconnecting. It is advisable that the participants download the Zoom application (free of charge). They can also join a meeting directly from their browser\, but the meeting experience from the browser is limited. The participants will receive all necessary information in the joining instructions prior to the start of the course. \n  \nThe participants should be relieved of their regular work duties for the duration of the course. \n  \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nAfter completing the course\, training certificates in PDF will be issued\, and a hard copy can be sent via post if requested. \nFor further details about the course\, please contact us at: \noffice@confluxcenter.org  or  +381 65 3081976 \n\nDOWNLOAD PROGRAM  \n  \nAPPLY NOW \n 
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/gender-mainstreaming-in-mediation-virtual-course-2/
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