Nonviolent action, Advocacy and Lobbying

This training is intended for people who work in or plan to enter the field of civil conflict transformation, nonviolent activism, peacebuilding or conflict-sensitive international cooperation and have an interest in the topic of nonviolent action. 

The training content focuses on history and potentials of nonviolent movements and conflict transformation, as well as the underlying philosophy and practical strategies for action. It will critically reflect the role of existing power structures, comparing success rates of violent vs. nonviolent activism and review campaigns in relevant conflicts, as well as related approaches like civil disobedience, boycotts and sanctions.

When: March 28 – 31, 2025 (4 days) from 9:00 to 17:30 daily
Where: Arbeitnehmer-Zentrum Königswinter (AZK), Johannes-Albers-Allee 3, Königswinter, Germany
Language: English
Fee: 640 € including materials, lunch and coffee/tea
Additional Costs not covered by the fee: Accommodation, Breakfast and dinner, and travel
Registration Deadline: December 31, 2024

This training can also be booked as a block with a 10% discount, together with the trainings Steering Stakeholder Processes and Dialogue Facilitation or as part of our Full-Time Course in Peace and Conflict Work.