swisspeace – Schweizerische Friedensstiftung

📢 Ongoing Seminar Series! 🗓️ Join Tetiana Kalenychenko, Denys Brylov, Cedric de Coning and Marko Lehti for the 6th edition of the seminar series, “Ukrainian Visions of Peace: (Re-)Shaping Peace through Victory.” 🕊️ 📅5 December 2024 ⏰16:00 - 17:30 CET 📌Online The series delves into how Ukrainian perspectives on peace have evolved since 2022. Unlike the usual calls for negotiated settlements, many Ukrainians emphasize military self-defense as the path to achieving peace through victory. The seminar will examine the complexities of this vision, exploring the tensions between armed resistance, peace by peaceful means, peace and justice, and militarization and democracy. ⚖️ Don't miss this chance to engage with critical insights into how Ukrainians are (re)shaping the concept of peace. 📚 Learn more about the series: 🔗 More info: https://t.ly/1IGue 🔗 Register here: https://t.ly/_PLg7

Introducing swisspeace's work on digital preservation of open source information: Amidst the oceans of content that is openly available on the Internet, preserving what is potentially valuable as evidence on human rights issues poses many challenges for organizations working on Dealing with the Past.   🗣️ In this context, our colleagues Tobias Hagmann and Rita El Khoury presented recommendations for digital preservation of open source information at the "Can the record be trusted" workshop in Belfast.   Learn more about our work👇 📘 Publication on preserving open-source digital evidence: https://lnkd.in/dZM3zV6K 🤝 Expert working meeting: https://lnkd.in/dFQAH_ye

🔴The Center for Conflict and Humanitarian Studies (CHS) and Swisspeace are cohosting a Webinar on “Supporting higher education in Gaza: understanding needs and opportunities for scaled up, coordinated response mechanisms”. The webinar will offer a platform for universities in Gaza to share their unique challenges, discuss existing support mechanisms, and explore how a coordinated network of local and international actors can mobilise effective assistance. The session will also address the vital role of higher education during conflict and post-war recovery. 🗓2 December 2024 🕚 11:00 (Doha Time) – 8:00 (GMT) 🔗For registration: https://lnkd.in/gfJAfiVi

🪴 Climate Change and Natural Resources are at the center of public discourse – where do they intercept conflicts?   Learn this and much more in our upcoming course, “Climate Change, Natural Resources & Conflicts.” In it, our expert staff of scholars and practitioners will guide you through the history and the present of economics, politics, and social implications of environmental factors that shape global conflicts. ‼️ Apply until 15 January‼️ 🗓️ 5 - 7 March 2025 📍 kHaus, Basel 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3gCZ_cP

The Conflict Sensitivity Research Facility (CSRF) October Research Update is out! Including publications on SGBV and justice, child trafficking, refugee issues and food security in #SouthSudan Check it out: https://lnkd.in/e8Y3zWBx To receive future research updates and notifications about public events and trainings on issues related to conflict sensitivity sign up to CSRF's mailing list here. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eMztb3da Saferworld, swisspeace – Schweizerische Friedensstiftung, @Synergy4Justice, ODI Global, Leigh Mayhew, Gemma Davies, Véronique Barbelet, @OSRSG Children and Armed Conflict, Cathrine Talleraas, Marta Bivand Erdal, Marianne Larssen, Andreas Forø Tollefsen, @Samuel Opono, @Frank Ahimbisibwe, Abdulkadir Mohamed Abdullahi, @Roice Bwambale Kalengyo, Abdimalik Ali Warsame, Alexandra Blaise Balmer, David Otim

⭐ Are you tired of the same old facilitation methods? ⭐ Meetings, workshops, and trainings are central to our work, but let’s be honest—how often do we rely on the same familiar approaches? If you’re ready to break free from conventional methods, our Facilitation Skills Training in January will inspire you with fresh, creative tools to transform your interactions. 🗓️ 30 – 31 January 2025 📍Basel 🔗 APPLY by 15 Dec 2024 and take your facilitation skills to the next level: https://lnkd.in/esYhd5W2 🎯 Why join? ✅ Learn how to make your exchanges more engaging, inclusive, and efficient. ✅ Discover practical facilitation techniques tailored to international cooperation and challenging contexts. ✅ Practice new methods in a safe, supportive environment. ✅ Exchange experiences and best practices with fellow peacebuilders, development, and humanitarian workers. 👩🏫 Led by expert facilitators from swisspeace: @Nathalie Orefice Julian Arevalo, Ahmed Eleiba, Lisa Ott

On 13 November 2024, we had the pleasure to host a screening of “Agenda Item: Erasure”, a movie by Akevot Institute for Israeli-Palestinian conflict research on the role of access to archival materials in conflict-affected contexts. The subsequent panel discussion with Akevot's director, Lior Yavne and the former Secretary-General of the Bergier Commission, Linus von Castelmur, who is also president of pro swisspeace, shed light on the important role that archives can play in fostering a more informed and nuanced dialogue during and after conflicts. Stay up to date on our events 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNtdAs6j

🌍✨Our upcoming virtual course "Strategic Peacebuilding & Dialogue Skills" equips peace practitioners with skills to analyze, design, and support strategic dialogues within peace processes. 📅 Feb 17–21, 2025 🔗 Apply by Jan 31: https://lnkd.in/dzrHaiKa In today’s complex conflicts, effective #peacebuilding goes beyond formal negotiations. Dialogue plays a crucial role, building trust and understanding across societal levels to transform relationships and prevent violence. Why Attend? 💡 ✔️Learn from experienced experts like Omar Metwally, Sahar Ammar, and Luca Willig. ✔️ Gain hands-on experience with real-world case studies and active learning exercises. ✔️ Connect with peers worldwide to exchange insights and best practices.

📙 Insightful article on climate change, conflict & pacific resilience: Günther Bächler—head of the former Environmental Degradation and Conflict project at @[swisspeace](swisspeace) and ETH Zurich—warns of climate change as a driver of social and political instability worldwide. He highlights the Pacific Islands as a model of resilience: while rising seas threaten their homes, indigenous leaders emphasize “Pasifika relationality,” a philosophy of deep connection to land and sea, focusing on cultural strength and peaceful adaptation over fear. Read article 👇https://lnkd.in/e-2BdCTE

👏 Our final course of the year has come to an end! Thank you to the 18 participants who brought their energy and insights to our discussions. Your experience and drive made this course truly enriching. 🌍 On the final day, we tackled case studies on Ukraine, Colombia, and Cambodia, working closely with Olena Rybiy (University of Basel), Lisa Ott, and Julie Bernath. It was an engaging and fitting way to conclude a thought-provoking journey. We’re grateful for the shared commitment and perspectives that shaped this course!   Missed out? Stay up to date on our course catalogue for next year 👇 https://lnkd.in/exMjwa46