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SUMMARY:“Resolution of Cross-Cultural Conflict Through Negotiation\, Facilitation and Mediation ” Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:“RESOLUTION OF CROSS-CULTURAL CONFLICT THROUGH NEGOTIATION\, FACILITATION AND MEDIATION”\n– How to Manage the Cultural Dimension in Conflict Resolution –\nVirtual Training Course\n  \n\n28th November – 2nd December 2022\nLocation: Zoom\nLanguage: English\nOrganizers: Conflux Center for Intercultural Dialogue and Mediation in partnership with China Foreign Affairs University & University of Arts inBelgrade\n\n  \nConflicts of today are becoming increasingly complex\, changing and correlating with identity and cultural issues. One of the crucial factors affecting negotiation and mediation is the awareness of cultural issues. Cross-cultural awareness refers to the ability to be regardful of people’s perceptions relating to experiences\, beliefs\, values\, concepts and expectations within a given cultural context as well as of their impact. Comprehending each other’s cultures provides the necessary tools to address both current and potential conflicts. \n  \nThe course will look into different ways of approaching intractable cross-cultural conflicts. While some assume that these conflicts are caused by the existence of cultural differences\, others claim that the root causes stem from perceptions\, difficulties in communicating and understanding each other\, dictated by cultural frameworks. The course will focus on common ground for intercultural and interreligious dialogue\, as well as on exploring various methods for resolving cross-cultural conflicts through dialogue and negotiations\, or third-party facilitation and mediation. \n  \nThis program is designed for senior and mid-level staff members working in international organizations headquarters and field operations (UN\, AU\, OSCE\, EU\, etc.)\, and those working in governments\, non-governmental organizations\, academic institutions\, or preparing to serve in peace operations and in diplomatic service. The objective of the course is to enhance their specific knowledge and skills to manage the cultural dimension\, as well as to enable them to develop a deeper understanding of ways to prevent\, mitigate\, and resolve cross-cultural conflicts.  \n  \nThe 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\, ambassadors and university professors)\, 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  \nLearning Objectives  \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n— Define and understand cross-cultural conflict and its relations to identity\, ethnicity and religion; \n— Acquire insights into the role of culture in conflict\, and into ways the concepts of culture are being framed in negotiation\, mediation\, conflict prevention and resolution; \n— Apply acquired skills in cross-cultural conflict analysis\, conflict monitoring and stakeholders mapping by using relevant tools and techniques; \n— Better understand cross-cultural conflict drivers\, actors and dynamics\, and identify historic and structural causes of conflict; \n— Understand the role of culture in interpreting behavior and actions\, and in meaning- making\, as well as the importance of a set of values\, both overt and invisible; \n— Develop mediation strategies and inclusive mediation processes in cross-cultural settings and use various modalities for a greater inclusion of women; \n— Apply various methods and a range of skills\, techniques and good practices for resolving cross-cultural conflicts through dialogue and negotiations\, or third-party facilitation and mediation; \n— Diferentiate culture-driven negotiation styles and skills\, and design negotiation strategy to tackle the cultural dimension in conflict resolution; \n— Identify common ground for intercultural and interreligious dialogue; \n— Apply essential skills for mediating cross-cultural conflict; \n— Acquire and be able to apply communication skills and techniques in cross-cultural communication; \n— Understand and apply ways of improving the conflict resolution processes by cultural means and instruments; \n— Deal with moral and legal dilemmas which may arise in cross-cultural conflict resolution and mediation. \n  \nThe course program can be downloaded HERE  \nThe courses will be conducted virtually via the Zoom software. \nCourse fees: \nThe fee for the course is 1200 EUR (1\,500 USD). \n  \nConflux Center alumni are eligible for 20% discount. \nPartial subsidy could be available at a later stage. Those interested in a partial subsidy should send their CV and a motivation letter not later than 1st November 2022 to office@confluxcenter.org. \nThe specified times are in accordance with CET (Central European Time) / UTC+1 (Coordinated Universal Time) time zone. \nThe participants should be relieved of their regular work duties for the duration of the course. \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nUpon completion of the course\, certificates of participation will be issued in PDF\, and a hard copy can be sent via post upon request. \nFor further information about the course\, please contact us at: \noffice@confluxcenter.org  or  +381 65 3081976 \nRegistration is open until 25th November 2022  and can be done here: \nAPPLY NOW \n 
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/how-to-manage-the-cultural-dimension-in-conflict-resolution-virtual-course-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221209
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SUMMARY:"Conflict Resolution and Mediation - Tools\, Skills\, and Techniques" Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual training course\n“CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDIATION – TOOLS\, SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES”\n5th – 8th December 2022\n\nThe objective of the course is to develop a deeper understanding of ways to prevent\, manage and resolve conflicts\, and to enhance specific knowledge and skills in conflict analysis\, negotiation\, facilitation and mediation\, which could be successfully applied in emerging and ongoing conflict situations. \n  \nLearning Objectives – \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply acquired skills in conflict analysis\, conflict monitoring and stakeholders mapping by using relevant tools and techniques;\nBetter understand conflict drivers\, actors and dynamics\, and identify historic\, structural and proximate causes of conflict;\nApply a range of skills\, techniques and good practices in negotiation\, dialogue\, facilitation and mediation;\nDevelop mediation strategies and inclusive mediation processes and use various modalities for greater inclusion of women;\nUnderstand and apply concepts of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) and ZOPA (Zone of Possible Agreement);\nDesign\, facilitate and run mediation processes;\nDeal with moral\, political and legal dilemmas which may arise in conflict resolution and mediation.\n\n  \nThe course is designed for mid and senior level political affairs\, civil affairs and other civilian\, military and police officers serving in peacekeeping and political missions of the UN and regional organizations (AU\, OSCE\, etc.)\, as well as diplomats\, and those working in governments\, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions. The participants will learn from senior experts and practitioners in the field\, and the activities are devised to be highly interactive through discussions\, Q&A sessions\, group work\, role-play and hands-on exercises and assignments. \n  \nDOWNLOAD the course program and more details about the course HERE \nThe courses will be conducted virtually via the Zoom software. \nCourse fees: \nThe fee for the ”CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND MEDIATION – TOOLS\, SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES” \ncourse is 900 EUR (1\,150 USD). \nConflux Center alumni are eligible for 20% discount. \nPartial subsidy could be available at a later stage. Those interested in a partial subsidy should send their CV and a motivation letter not later than 25th November 2022 to office@confluxcenter.org. \nThe specified times are in accordance with CET (Central European Time) / UTC+1 (Coordinated Universal Time) time zone. \nThe participants should be relieved of their regular work duties for the duration of the course. \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nUpon completion of the course\, certificates of participation will be issued in PDF\, and a hard copy can be sent via post upon request. \nFor further information about the course\, please contact us at: \noffice@confluxcenter.org  or  +381 631308997 \nRegistration is open until 2nd December 2022 and can be done here: \nAPPLY NOW \n 
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/conflict-resolution-and-mediation-tools-skills-and-techniques-virtual-course-2/
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SUMMARY:"Speechwriting And Public Speaking Skills For Multilateral Diplomacy: Cases and Insights from the United Nations" Virtual Training Course
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Training Course \nSPEECHWRITING AND PUBLIC SPEAKING SKILLS FOR MULTILATERAL DIPLOMACY: \nCases and Insights from the United Nations \n12th – 15th December 2022 \n  \nOrganized by:  \nConflux Center for Intercultural Dialogue and Mediation\nUnited Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) \n  \nBackground \nEffective communication is fundamental to successful diplomacy\, specifically in times of crisis marked by high levels of uncertainty. Delivering one’s message is key to work together efficiently and to overcome challenges at both the individual and organisational level. \nThe Division for Multilateral Diplomacy of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and Conflux Center for Intercultural Dialogue and Mediation have designed and developed the virtual training course “Speechwriting and Public Speaking Skills for Multilateral Diplomacy: Cases & Insights from the United Nations” for professionals to better structure their approach to their own professional style\, build resilience\, and be self-motivated during these times of ambiguity. \nOverall Goal \nThe aim of the virtual course is to guide the participants in making the content of their speeches pertinent and engaging\, and in giving the impression of spontaneity and confidence while delivering the message to their audience\, drawing on the latest modern techniques in the art of writing and rhetoric (the skill of oration and persuasion). The participants will be able to identify areas they need to improve\, and the mentors will provide feedback enabling the participants to make adjustments and advances. \nBy examining the essential professional qualities needed to sustain the world of multilateral diplomacy\, participants will acquire high-level public speaking and speechwriting competences. The ultimate objective is to strengthen the individual’s resilience under uncertainty\, and to enable them to work efficiently during these challenging times. \n  \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply speechwriting and public speaking skills and techniques\, including preparation\, structure\, and delivery in face-to-face and online formats;\nAcquire essential principles of the art and craft of speechwriting and delivering speeches;\nIdentify personal strengths and weaknesses as speakers and writers;\nDevelop their personal writing and presentation style and tailor it to respective audiences;\nDemonstrate the ability to use voice and words to effect when giving speeches or presentations: wording\, diction\, intonation\, rhythm\, and pacing;\nImplement acquired tools for combating public speaking anxiety.\n\nCourse Information \n\n\n\nSenior Mentors:\nAmbassador Amr Aljowaily\, Visiting Faculty Member at UNITAR’s Multilateral Diplomacy Program \nAmbassador Miloš Strugar\, UN Senior Mediation Adviser\n\n\nCourse Directors:\nEmilija Marić\, Conflux Center \nAmine Mesdoua\, UNITAR\n\n\nProject Officers\nMina Strugar\, Conflux Center \nMalcom Olivieri\, UNITAR\n\n\n\n  \nFor more details about the course\, click HERE \nRegistration is open until 9th December 2022 and can be done HERE. \nCOURSE FEE: 1\,000 EUR (1\,250 USD) \nConflux Center alumni are eligible for 20% discount. \nPartial subsidy could be available at a later stage. Those interested in a partial subsidy should send their CV and a motivation letter not later than 25th November 2022 to office@confluxcenter.org. \nThe course will be conducted on Zoom. \nThe specified times are in accordance with CET (Central European Time) / UTC+1 (Coordinated Universal Time) time zone. \nThe participants should be relieved of their regular work duties for the duration of the course. \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nUpon completion of the course\, certificates of participation will be issued in PDF\, and a hard copy can be sent via post upon request. \nFor further information about the course\, please contact us at: \noffice@confluxcenter.org  or  + 381 63 13 08 997 \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/speechwriting-and-public-speaking-skills-for-multilateral-diplomacy-cases-and-insights-from-the-united-nations-virtual-training-course-2/
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