Conflict sensitivity is essential for any individual or organization working in a conflict-affected context, but it can be complex. This course introduces learners to this concept both in theory and practice, understanding why it is important and how to apply conflict sensitivity to peacebuilding projects. Those enrolled can earn a certification of participation upon completing the course. 

Commander Carla Monteiro de Castro Araujo runs gender advocacy programs that are conflict sensitive. (Photo: United Nations)
Commander Carla Monteiro de Castro Araujo runs gender advocacy programs that are conflict sensitive. (Photo: United Nations)

Learning Objectives

  • Explain the importance of conflict sensitivity for programming.
  • Distinguish key conflict-sensitive principles and practices. 
  • Evaluate when, where, and how conflict sensitivity should be applied in the project lifecycle by using the USIP Conflict Sensitivity Tool.
  • Design programming that applies conflict-sensitive approaches throughout the project lifecycle.

Instructor-led Delivery

USIP’s new instructor-led format blends a self-paced curriculum with weekly live, interactive webinars. Enrolled participants will join a group of fellow learners from around the world. Each week will feature a new lesson that includes a real-world case study, a skills-building exercise, and small group discussions. A new course is offered each month and is four weeks in duration. The course is open to the public and is free of charge. Certificates of participation are awarded at the conclusion of the course.

Description

  • Weekly Self-Paced Curriculum: Learn at your own pace and schedule through carefully curated self-guided curriculum and instructional videos.
  • Weekly Live Webinars: Every week, a USIP expert or guest lecturer will host a country case study, a facilitated exercise, and small group discussions.
  • Group-Based: Join and learn alongside other participants from around the world. 
  • Practical Case Studies: Develop skills through real-world exercises and small group discussions.
  • Certificates: Receive a certificate of participation at the conclusion of a course.

Weekly Webinar Schedule

Join USIP’s Learning, Evaluation, and Research program for four weeks of live instructor-led webinars. Webinar topics are coming soon!

December 6, 2024 : 9:00am – 10:15am EST

December 13, 2024: 9:00am – 10:15am EST

December 20, 2024: 9:00am – 10:15am EST