Peacebuilding Architecture and Global Frameworks Training Course
Introduction
Building and sustaining peace in conflict-affected regions requires a comprehensive understanding of the global frameworks and institutional architecture designed to support these complex processes. This 5-day training course on Peacebuilding Architecture and Global Frameworks provides participants with an in-depth exploration of the international system's evolving approach to conflict prevention, management, and post-conflict recovery. By examining the roles of key UN bodies, regional organizations, and international financial institutions, the course aims to equip participants with the knowledge to navigate and contribute effectively to the intricate web of actors and policies shaping global peacebuilding efforts.
This intensive program is designed for diplomats, government officials, staff of international and non-governmental organizations, researchers, and aspiring peace practitioners seeking to enhance their strategic engagement with peacebuilding initiatives. It will delve into the critical linkages between peacebuilding, sustainable development, and humanitarian action, emphasizing integrated approaches and the importance of localized efforts. By understanding the foundational architecture and global frameworks, attendees will be better positioned to advocate for, design, and implement coherent and impactful peacebuilding interventions worldwide.
Duration: 5 Days
Target Audience:
- Diplomats and Foreign Ministry Officials
- Government officials involved in peace and security, development, and humanitarian affairs
- Staff of UN agencies, funds, and programs (UNDP, PBSO, DPPA, UNHCR, UNICEF, etc.)
- Personnel from International NGOs and Local Peacebuilding Organizations
- Researchers and academics in peace and conflict studies, international relations
- Peacekeeping and peace support operations personnel
- Donor representatives and policy makers
Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the conceptual evolution of peacebuilding and its core principles.
- Identify and describe the key components of the UN peacebuilding architecture.
- Analyze the roles of various global frameworks and actors in supporting peacebuilding efforts.
- Explore the linkages between peacebuilding, humanitarian action, and sustainable development (the HDP Nexus).
- Develop strategies for effective engagement with and contribution to global peacebuilding initiatives.
Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Peacebuilding Concepts and Evolution
- Defining peacebuilding: from post-conflict recovery to sustaining peace.
- The evolution of peacebuilding theory and practice since the 1990s.
- Key concepts: root causes of conflict, reconciliation, transitional justice.
- Distinguishing peacebuilding from peacemaking and peacekeeping.
- The importance of national ownership and local agency in peacebuilding.
Module 2: The United Nations Peacebuilding Architecture
- The role of the UN Security Council and General Assembly in peacebuilding.
- The Peacebuilding Commission (PBC): mandate, functions, and country-specific work.
- The Peacebuilding Fund (PBF): purpose, allocation criteria, and impact.
- The Peacebuilding Support Office (PBSO) and its coordinating role.
- Inter-agency coordination mechanisms within the UN system for peacebuilding.
Module 3: Global Frameworks and Normative Principles
- Relevant international laws and norms: UN Charter, human rights, international humanitarian law.
- Key resolutions and policy documents shaping peacebuilding (e.g., sustaining peace resolutions).
- The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda and its integration into peacebuilding.
- Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda and its importance.
- Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) as a peacebuilding framework.
Module 4: Actors in the Global Peacebuilding System
- The roles of UN Departments and Agencies (e.g., DPPA, UNDP, UNHCR, UNICEF).
- Regional Organizations (e.g., AU, ECOWAS, EU, ASEAN) and their peacebuilding mandates.
- International Financial Institutions (IFIs) like the World Bank and IMF in post-conflict recovery.
- The role of Member States and bilateral donors in financing and supporting peacebuilding.
- The critical contribution of civil society organizations (CSOs) and local actors.
Module 5: The Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus in Peacebuilding
- Understanding the HDP Nexus and its operational implications for peacebuilding.
- Breaking down silos between humanitarian relief, long-term development, and peace efforts.
- Integrated planning and programming for collective outcomes.
- Flexible and multi-year financing for Nexus approaches.
- Case studies illustrating Nexus implementation challenges and successes.
Module 6: Cross-Cutting Issues in Peacebuilding Frameworks
- Rule of Law and Justice: strengthening legal systems and transitional justice mechanisms.
- Security Sector Reform (SSR): rebuilding legitimate and accountable security forces.
- Governance and Institutional Reform: fostering inclusive and responsive governance.
- Economic Recovery and Livelihoods: creating opportunities for sustainable peace.
- Climate Change and Conflict: addressing environmental drivers of instability.
Module 7: Measuring Progress and Effectiveness in Peacebuilding
- Challenges of monitoring and evaluating peacebuilding interventions.
- Developing robust indicators for measuring peace outcomes.
- Data collection methodologies in complex and fragile environments.
- Learning and adaptation in peacebuilding programming.
- The role of evidence in informing policy and practice.
Module 8: The Future of Peacebuilding and Global Frameworks
- Emerging trends in conflict and their implications for peacebuilding.
- The impact of new technologies (e.g., AI, digital platforms) on peacebuilding.
- Strengthening national ownership and local leadership in peace processes.
- Opportunities for innovation and adaptation in peacebuilding approaches.
- A vision for a more coherent and impactful global peacebuilding architecture.
CERTIFICATION
- Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate
TRAINING VENUE
- Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.
AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION
- Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request
TERMS OF PAYMENT
Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com
Peacebuilding Architecture And Global Frameworks Training Course in Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Dates | Fees | Location | Action |
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| 25/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 15/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 22/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 06/10/2025 - 10/10/2025 | $4,950 | Instanbul |
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| 20/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 27/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025 | $4,000 | Pretoria |
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| 17/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 08/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 05/01/2026 - 09/01/2026 | $4,950 | Dubai |
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| 19/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 26/01/2026 - 30/01/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 02/02/2026 - 06/02/2026 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 16/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 23/02/2026 - 27/02/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 02/03/2026 - 06/03/2026 | $4,950 | Instanbul |
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| 16/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 23/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 06/04/2026 - 10/04/2026 | $4,000 | Pretoria |
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| 13/04/2026 - 17/04/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 20/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 04/05/2026 - 08/05/2026 | $4,950 | Dubai |
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| 18/05/2026 - 22/05/2026 | $2,900 | Kigali |
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| 25/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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| 01/06/2026 - 05/06/2026 | $4,000 | Johannesburg |
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| 15/06/2026 - 19/06/2026 | $1,750 | Mombasa |
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| 22/06/2026 - 26/06/2026 | $1,250 | Nairobi |
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