Call for UNFPA training on Youth & Peace: June 24th-25th

Are you a young person who is passionate about creating positive change in your community? Do you want to learn more about how you can be a peacebuilder and make a difference in the world? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Are you a young person who is passionate about creating positive change in your community? Do you want to learn more about how you can be a peacebuilder and make a difference in the world? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Our youth peacebuilding program is designed specifically for young people like you who want to build a brighter future for themselves and their community. You'll have the chance to work with other young people and learn about conflict transformation, effective communication, and empowering marginalized populations. You'll also learn.

–      Knowledge of key concepts related to peacebuilding and conflict transformation;

–      Values, attitudes, and beliefs that support youth participation in peacebuilding, based on diversity, inclusion, and human rights;

–      Tools and techniques for analyzing, responding to and preventing conflict situations;

–      Facilitation and training skills for delivering non-formal peer education activities;

–      Sensitivity and know-how for engaging youth of diverse backgrounds and identities, including vulnerable, marginalized and hard-to-reach youth.

The training will cover a range of topics, including the root causes of conflict, the role of youth in peacebuilding, conflict resolution strategies, and the promotion of human rights. You will have the opportunity to learn from experts in the field of peacebuilding and engage in interactive sessions with fellow participants.

This program isn't just about learning – it's about taking action. We'll help you develop the skills you need to make a real difference in your community and beyond. You'll have the chance to work on projects and initiatives that have a tangible impact on the world around you.

Moreover, this training will provide you with the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and exchange ideas on how to create positive change in your community. You will be able to share your experiences and insights and learn from others who are working towards similar goals.

So, what are you waiting for? Send us your application now to become a part of a community of young peacebuilders who are making a positive change in the world. Apply today and take the first step in creating a more peaceful and just world for all!

What we are offering

The training will take place on the 24th and 25th of June and requires participants to be present for the entire duration in person. UNFPA will supply materials for the training, as well as provide food and refreshments to those in attendance. Additionally, UNFPA will award certificates of attendance to all participants who successfully complete the training.

Individuals aged 18 to 30 who hold Bosnian citizenship are encouraged to submit their applications, with a particular emphasis on those hailing from rural areas, females, persons with disabilities, Roma, and members of the LGBTIQ+ communities.

This training is organized under the project “Strengthening the role of youth in promoting increased mutual understanding, constructive narrative, respect for diversity, and trust in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Kosovo[1]”. 

When?

24th and 25th of June.

Where?

In Sarajevo, UN House. 

What do we need from you?

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications no later than May 31st. To apply, please send your CV and a brief motivation letter to the following email address: amra.catic@hotmail.com. Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted.

We believe that young people have a crucial role to play in promoting peace and security around the world. By participating in this training, you will have the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to make a real difference in your community and beyond.

We look forward to receiving your application and to welcoming you to this exciting training opportunity!

 
[1] All references to Kosovo shall be understood to be in the context of Security Council resolution 1244 (1999).

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