The work of the Centre is focused around the following interlinked themes. A cross-cutting approach in all of our work is to link theory with practice.

Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding

• Exploring the roots of violent conflict
• Examining the roles of governments and NGOs in promoting and supporting peace in conflict-affected communities
• The role of individuals as peacemakers
• The place of non-violence in situations of violence
• The links between violent conflict and development

Conflict Resolution and Peacekeeping

• Contributing to the development of new doctrine and strategy in peacekeeping interventions
• Training peacekeepers (civilian and military) in conflict resolution skills
• Developing the theoretical and conceptual foundations of the field

Training and Education in Non-Violent Conflict Resolution

• Training young people in mediation and conflict resolution
• Using new communication technologies to support peacebuilding and conflict resolution
• Training development and humanitarian agencies in conflict-sensitive approaches to their work
• Facilitating workshops for peace activists
• Outreach and Consultancy

History of Peace Making, Peace Thinking, Peace and Co-operative Movements

Non-Lethal Weapons Research Project

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