Deadline:
April 30, 2024
Program Starts: May 27, 2024
Program Ends: May 31, 2024
Location(s)
Online
Virtual
Overview
How does religion influence peace and conflict in today’s world? Gain a better understanding of conflicts with religious dimensions and how they can be transformed.
Details
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Examples such as Northern Ireland, Indonesia, Iraq, Mali, Syria and Myanmar show that religion plays an important role in many violent conflicts around the world today. This course provides participants with practical knowledge about methods and tools of conflict transformation focusing on conflicts with a religious dimension as well as on the roles of different actors in these contexts. The course work will be interactive and focused on Myanmar, Nigeria and a case from the US which will be looked at in-depth.
Course objectives
- gain an understanding of concepts and key terms regarding religion related to peace and conflict
- study how religions can drive conflict and promote peace
- explore conflicts with a religious dimension through case studies
- learn about approaches that address conflicts with a religious dimension and familiarize yourself with a conflict analysis tool designed for conflicts with religious dimensions
- look into the roles religiously motivated actors play in conflict areas
- become part of a network that deals critically with questions about religion, peace and conflict.
Experts:
- Angela Ullmann, Mediator , University of Berne (Course Lead)
- Seng Mai Aung, Program Officer for Myanmar, Institute for Global Engagement
- Muhammad Nuruddeen Lemu, Director of Research and Training, Da’wha Institute of Nigeria, Islamic Education Trust
- Susan Podziba, Principal, Podziba Policy Mediation
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
This course is designed for:
- professionals who would like to learn more about religion as a factor in conflict
- practitioners and academics interested in bridging their own experiences with current conceptual insights and practical knowledge
Is this course designed for you? If unsure, do not hesitate to contact us for counseling.
Candidates must have:
- a university degree in a related discipline such as political science, law, economics or sociology
- at least two years of professional experience
- a good command of English.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide scholarships for this course. Participants (or their employer) must be able to cover the tuition fee.
Dates
Deadline: April 30, 2024
Program starts:
May 27, 2024
Program ends:
May 31, 2024
Program Starts: May 27, 2024
Program Ends: May 31, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
TUITION FEE: 1,100 CHF
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