Deadline:
October 10, 2026
Program Starts: November 11, 2026
Program Ends: November 13, 2026
Location(s)
Online
Virtual
Overview
Details
Considering recent conflicts and increased uncertainty in the social and political spheres globally, peacebuilding and human rights-related work is increasingly demanded and essential. This work includes highly wearing tasks, both physically and mentally. This course aims to explore strategies on how to deal with the strain of this work to stay mentally well, and to take care of ourselves in order to be able to take care of others. Additionally, participants will learn basic psychosocial support tools with a do no harm approach.
As a participant, you will:
- Understand key concepts in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) within peacebuilding and human rights work;
- Explore local methodologies for psychosocial support and self-care;
- Reflect on potential self-care strategies;
- Learn about the concept of trauma and its effects, individually and collectively;
- Learn basic tools on how to identify and work in environments where persons may have experienced trauma;
- Exchange experiences and become part of a community of practice.
- Pamela Favre, Program Officer & Psychologist, Dealing with the Past, swisspeace
- Haris Lokvancic, Program Officer, Dealing with the Past, swisspeace
- Julia Noethiger, Specialist in Trauma- Psychotherapy, Swiss Red Cross
- Elisa Díaz, Social Psychologist, and former Terre des Hommes Switzerland National Coordinator for Colombia
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
This course is designed for:
- Peacebuilders, including persons working in the area of human rights, mediation, management and human resources of peacebuilding organizations, etc.
- Anyone interested in the topic.
Dates
Deadline: October 10, 2026
Program starts:
November 11, 2026
Program ends:
November 13, 2026
Program Starts: November 11, 2026
Program Ends: November 13, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
TUITION FEE: 1,500 CHF
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