Objective
The aim of the program is to help prepare participants for work in conflict areas or to make their work there more effective: by giving them more insight into the processes in conflicts and the roles of different organisations.

Who should attend this course?
Professionals working in conflict areas and students with a special interest in the topic: (inter)national relief agency workers, development professionals, conflict resolution trainers, military personnel, business people, journalists, students, academics and others working for governmental or (local) non-governmental organisations (NGO's) in countries and territories that are the scene violent conflict and civil strife.

Programme themes

• Conflict Resolution
• Conflict Prevention
• Conflict Analysis

Programme approach
During the course participants are familiarised with contemporary theories of conflict and conflict resolution, acquainted with a range of relevant information on conflict on the Internet and introduced to practical issues and debates within the field. They are brought together in a 'learning community' with people with a professional interest in conflicts; receive personal tailored feedback and intensive supervision. Participants are expected to make assignments, discuss various topics and make a conflict map of the area they have chosen.

Costs:
    € 750 (US$ 750),
Students € 495 (US$ 495),
"Third" World € 395 (US$ 395),
limited partial scholarships available

Next course dates:
November 13 - December 9, 2006. Please register to be kept up-to-date.

* The amount in US$ is an indication only (depending on the exchange rate on the day of subscription).