Professional Training Courses in Peacebuilding & Development - June 2010, Washington DC

Registration is now open for the 10th Annual professional training program at the Peacebuilding & Development Institute in Washington, DC!

The Summer Professional Training Program provides trainings to development workers, government officials, conflict resolution practitioners, masters students, and others working in conflict zones to complement their daily field work. It is one of the first practical training programs specifically designed to bridge the fields of peacebuilding and development.

Experienced trainers guide participants through hands-on sessions to explore the relationships between religion, culture, human rights, the media, gender, and applied theories in peacebuilding and development work. Participants explore innovative methods while expanding their knowledge and skills in a participatory and interactive learning environment.

Available Courses in June 2010


Religion and Culture in Conflict Resolution
with Mohammed Abu-Nimer - June 1-5 - $735

Peace Education in Conflict Zones
with Barbara Wien - June 1 -5 - $735

Linking Conflict, Aid, and Development
with Diana Chigas - June 1-5 - $735

Addressing Protracted Ethnopolitical Conflict: Concepts and Methods
with Ron Fisher and Anthony Wanis-St. John - June 7-11 - $735

Inclusive Security: Expanding Participation of Women in Peace Processes
with Miki Jacevic and Evelyn Thornton- June 7-11 - $735

Youth Participation in Peacebuilding
with Mark Hamilton - June 11-13 - $400

Program Design: Planning Projects to Evaluate Impact
with Michael Gibbons - June 14-18 - $735

Monitoring and Evaluation as Learning Disciplines for Peacebuilding
with Mark Rogers - June 14-18 - $735


Go to PDI's website to find out more information www.american.edu/sis/peacebuilding