Conflict Analysis Training Module
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AIM
The module aim is to build capacity for conflict analysis and early and appropriateresponse design and implementation.
MODULE OBJECTIVES
To explore with participants the multiple understandings and assumptions of conflict
To discuss and contextually apply current theories of the causes of conflict to contextsof participants
To improve participants’ skills and techniques in basic conflict analysis
To expose participants to basic frameworks for conflict monitoring and warning
To develop framework for response planning and mobilization
ASSUMPTIONS
Community, national and international policies on conflict, peace, and developmentare better informed with evidence based conflict analysis
The demand for conflict analysis and response strategies will increase among policymakers given the growing intrastate socio-political complexities
Better analysis with willing and competent social and political actors will lead to timely,appropriate, and effective response to conflicts
Dispassionate and objective monitoring of conflict may lead to accurate projection of the future and therefore better planning
Strategic planning and collective response design and mobilization are easilycatalyzed when actors have substantial understanding of the conflict they areexpected to engage
MODULE ORGANIZATION
DAY ONE: Definitions, Assumptions and Causes of Conflict TheoriesDAY TWO: Causes of Conflict Theories and Conflict Analysis Tools and TechniquesDAY THREE: Conflict Analysis—Tools and TechniquesDAY FOUR: Conflict Monitoring and Early warningDAY FIVE: Response design and mobilization
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