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SUMMARY:“Gender Mainstreaming in Mediation” Virtual Course
DESCRIPTION:The objective of the course is to expand specific knowledge on gender related issues with the view to applying gender perspective in mediation processes\, to deepen 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. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply gender-sensitive approach in conflict analysis and conflict monitoring by using relevant tools and skills;\nDifferentiate the impact of conflict for different gender groups\, and better understand conflict drivers\, actors and dynamics;\nDesign inclusive mediation processes and use various modalities for greater inclusion of women;\nApply a range of techniques\, practical measures and good practices to incorporate gender-relevant language in cease-fire and peace agreements;\nAddress conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) while drafting and negotiating cease-fire\, security arrangements and peace agreements;\nDeal with challenges in integrating gender perspective in mediation.\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\, and hands-on exercises and assignments. The program is balanced between the operational and tactical level. \nDownload the course program and more details about the course HERE \nThe course will be conducted virtually via the Zoom software. \nThe fee for the course is 550 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 29th January 2024 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  +381631308997 \nRegistration is open until 2nd February 2024 and can be done here: \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/gender-mainstreaming-in-mediation-virtual-course-5/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Training Course for Political Advisers "How to Manage the Political Dimension in Conflict Resolution & Peacekeeping"
DESCRIPTION:The objective of the course is to train political advisers 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 manage the political dimension in a conflict or post-conflict environment. \nThe course will cover two complementary aspects – operational activities in conflict prevention\, management and resolution (mediation\, facilitation\, negotiation\, provision of advice\, building rapport and network management\, internal and external coordination and cooperation\, engaging non-state armed groups and unarmed actors…)\, as well as conventional diplomatic activities (political reporting\, speech writing\, public speaking\, designing political strategy\, liaison with governments…). \nParticular attention will be paid to bringing the aspect of culture into political analysis\, strategies and activities\, with a view to enhancing the necessary skills to establish and maintain an effective intercultural and interreligious dialogue. \nSpecial focus will be placed on the influence of information and communication technologies on the scope of work of political advisors\, including opportunities and risks (cyber diplomacy\, conflict analysis\, use of social media\, cyber security…). \nThe course will also address the role and required skills of political advisors related to public diplomacy\, communications with the media\, as well as information and reputation management. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply acquired skills and tools in research\, conflict analysis and policy planning;\nDesign political strategies to build alliances and create political leverage;\nMonitor\, analyze and interpret political developments and events by using relevant skills and techniques;\nUse specific skills to build rapport\, create and maintain network of contacts and liaise and coordinate with internal and external counterparts;\nApply a range of skills\, techniques and good practices in political dialogue\, negotiation\, facilitation and mediation\, and use various modalities for greater inclusion of women;\nIdentify risks and opportunities of information and communication technologies;\nApply public speaking\, presentation\, speechwriting\, and reporting techniques\, – including preparation\, structure\, and delivery;\nProvide pertinent advice\, offer new ideas and innovative solutions to change the underlying conflict dynamics;\nIdentify personal strengths and weaknesses as political advisers;\nDeal with moral\, legal and political dilemmas which may arise in conflict management and resolution.\n\nThe course program is designed for mid and senior level political advisors and political affairs officers working in international organizations headquarters and field operations (UN\, AU\, OSCE\, etc.)\, as well as diplomats\, and those working in governments\, non-governmental organizations\, academic institutions\, or preparing to serve in peace operations and in diplomatic service. \nThe 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. \nDownload the course program and more details about the course HERE \nThe courses will be conducted virtually via the Zoom software. \nThe fee for the course is 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 5th February 2024 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  +381631308997 \nRegistration is open until 9th February 2024 and can be done here: \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/virtual-training-course-for-political-advisers-how-to-manage-the-political-dimension-in-conflict-resolution-peacekeeping-4/
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SUMMARY:“Negotiating with Non-State Armed Groups” Advanced One-Day Virtual Training with Miloš Strugar
DESCRIPTION:Most armed conflicts today are internal in character\, involving an array of non-state armed groups of diverse nature. Approximately 100 of these groups can be legally classified as parties to non-international armed conflicts\, i.e.\, civil wars (source ICRC). Engagement with non-state armed groups with the aim of providing humanitarian assistance\, protecting civilians and promoting human rights\, is generally recognized and accepted. It is also widely argued that these groups should be engaged in mediation and facilitation efforts to manage or resolve armed conflict\, although some legal and political challenges persist in this regard. \nThe advanced one-day online training program with Miloš Strugar will focus on necessary skills and techniques to engage and negotiate with non-state armed groups. Miloš Strugar\, who spent over twenty years as a high-ranking civilian officer with the United Nations Peacekeeping Department in various missions in Africa\, Asia\, and the Middle East\, will share different approaches\, cases and methods based on his considerable experience with facilitating and maintaining discreet and open dialogue with non-state armed groups. \nSpecial guest speaker\, Alastair Crooke\, will address the topic “Working with Islamist Movements”. Mr. Crooke has extensive experience working with Hamas\, Hezbollah and other Islamist movements in the Middle East\, Afghanistan and Pakistan. He is a member of UN Alliance of Civilizations Global Experts. \nThe participants will learn how to: analyse armed groups; open channels and create safe spaces for talks; turn talks into negotiations; negotiate across cultures; approach intractable identity\, ethnic and religious issues; deal with obstacles and difficult counterparts; and address political\, moral & legal challenges related to terrorist designations and anti-terrorism measures\, sanctions lists and regimes. \nThe training will consist of lectures and facilitated discussions\, and all the activities are devised to be highly interactive through Q&A\, group work\, and hands-on exercises. A virtual space will be provided for group discussions and best practices and experience sharing among the participants. \nThe program is designed for mid and senior level staff in peacekeeping operations\, political and peacebuilding missions of the UN and regional organizations (AU\, OSCE\, EU etc.)\, diplomats\, those working in governments and non–governmental organizations. \nThe training will take place on  28th February 2024\, from 09:00 – 17:00\, with a lunch break from 12:30 – 13:30\, and two 15-minutes coffee breaks during each morning and afternoon session. The specified times are in accordance with CET (Central European Time) / UTC+1 (Coordinated Universal Time) time zone. \nThe training will take place via the online platform Zoom. \nThe number of participants is limited. \nRegistration is open until 23rd February 2024 and can be done via the following link: https://www.confluxcenter.org/events/application-form/ \nThe course fee is 500 USD. \nThe course is conducted in English and translation is not provided. \nAPPLY NOW
URL:https://www.confluxcenter.org/event/negotiating-with-non-state-armed-groups-advanced-one-day-training-program-with-milos-strugar-2/
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