ACT Implements Advanced Mediation Training with Support from the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
ACT for Conflict Resolution implemented a specialized advanced mediation training within the framework of the project “Mediation as a Tool for Peacebuilding,” with support from the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. This training comes as a continuation of efforts to enhance and build the capacities of socially active youth to resolve conflicts through peaceful means and to entrench mediation as a civilized option for addressing disputes.
The training was held in November in the city of Ramallah and targeted a diverse group of young people, experts, and individuals interested in mediation and peacebuilding. The programme focused on practical applications reflecting real models of community conflicts, building on the foundational training conducted in September, which addressed the theoretical aspects of mediation concepts, principles, and stages.
During the interactive sessions, participants translated theoretical knowledge into hands-on practice by simulating real-life mediation sessions. This contributed to strengthening their skills in negotiation, active listening, and managing dialogue between disputing parties, thereby supporting conflict de-escalation and promoting a culture of dialogue within the community.
