Foundations of Peacebuilding. 6 credits

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This foundational course, building on initiatives of the United Nations and other multilateral organizations, explores dynamics of post-conflict peace building and prepares students to play innovative roles in peacebuilding and reconstruction of civil societies. The course introduces the theory, research and practice of peacebuilding programming with a focus on ethical, conflict-sensitive and inclusive process design and implementation. The course investigates the historical arc of peacebuilding practice and current implementation strategies; and examines peacebuilding theories, models and modes of practice that function as the grounding to subsequent courses in the curriculum, and explores of some of the key contemporary debates in the field. The course includes opportunities for linking theory to practice with experimental learning activities. Offered by Conflict Analysis & Resolution . May not be repeated for credit.