In a world of proliferating conflicts, sustaining peace has become a complex task which demands a comprehensive approach including the political process, safety and security, rule of law and human rights, social services, core government functions and economic revitalization.

This five-day course will focus on exploring activities related to the political and safety and security processes (including elections, inclusive dialogue, reconciliation, conflict management capacity at national and subnational levels, mine action, disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration and security sector reform). It will also explore the roles played by different international and regional organisations such as NATO, OSCE, and AU.

Acknowledging that conflicts are not a linear process, the participants will learn the role of humanitarian, development and peacebuilding actors in conducting activities with a triple nexus approach before, during and after conflict. Participants will also become familiarised with UN policies for sustaining peace (e.g. Our Common Agenda; Action for Peacekeeping; etc.).

Learn more about Module III here.

EXPLANATION OF THE MODULE WITHIN THE REACT COURSE

This module represents one part of the 5-module REACT course. Starting this edition, participants can choose either the whole course or individual module(s) to take part in.

For more information and how to apply, see the information below or contact us at: iucpm@helsinkiespana.org.

OBJECTIVE AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

1. Explore the relevance of the political and safety and security processes for sustaining peace
2. Understand the role of different international and regional organisations in sustaining peace
3. Get familiarised with the UN politics for sustaining peace (Our Common Agenda, Action for Peacekeeping, etc.)

LECTURERS

• Hans Thorgren: Senior Advisor, Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA)
• Stefan Aström: Training and DDR Project Officer, Folke Bernadotte Academy (FBA)
• Charles Petrie: Human Security Consultant
• Sébastien Coquoz: Elections and Conflict Prevention, European External Action Service (EEAS)
• Rafael Barbieri: Department of Peace Operations, United Nations

PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS

• Folke Bernadotte Academy
• European Union External Action
• United Nations Peacekeeping

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• University degree or equivalent professional training
• Fluency in English: B2+
• Strong interest in international affairs

ABOUT HELSINKI ESPAÑA

Helsinki España was created in 1992 to advance the principles related to the human dimension of the Helsinki Final Act of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe.

Our mission is to promote the respect and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms, at both national and international levels. We achieve this by developing specialised, high-quality education and training programmes on issues intersecting human rights, conflict prevention, peace-building, and development. Our flagship international programme is REACT.

REACT is an intensive five-week (220h) in-person training on Conflict Prevention, Crisis Management and post-Conflict Rehabilitation. It is imparted by high-profile experts and trainers from international and public institutions – including numerous UN agencies; the OSCE, EU, NATO, and ICRC; and Spain’s ministries of Defense and Foreign Affairs – and seeks to prepare selected candidates with the skills and competencies required to deploy in international field operations. The course represents an opportunity for both career development as well as career transition, and is the only training programme of its kind that takes place in Spain. The next REACT edition will take place from May 27th to June 28th, 2024. The deadline to apply for visa candidates is 1st of April, 2024.

The International University Centre for Peace Missions of Helsinki Spain (CIUMP) was created in 2003 under the auspices of the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, and the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) with the aim of training professionals with the necessary competencies and skills to work in peacebuilding. The Centre offers programmes, courses, and workshops on relevant issues on conflict prevention, peacebuilding and development.