Certified Youth Engagement in Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Training Course

Module 1: Foundations of Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS)

ü  Defining "Youth" in various socio-political contexts

ü  The evolution of the Youth, Peace, and Security agenda

ü  The Role of youth in the peace-conflict continuum

ü  Debunking myths: Youth as victims vs. perpetrators vs. change agents

ü  Practical Session: Stakeholder mapping of youth actors in a local conflict scenario

Module 2: Drivers of Conflict and Youth Vulnerability

ü  Socio-economic marginalization and its link to violence

ü  The "Youth Bulge" theory and contemporary critiques

ü  Psychological impact of conflict on youth identity

ü  Political exclusion and the search for belonging

ü  Practical Session: Root cause analysis exercise using the "Problem Tree" method

Module 3: Strategic Frameworks: UNSCR 2250 and Beyond

ü  In-depth analysis of the five pillars of UNSCR 2250

ü  National Action Plans (NAPs) for Youth, Peace, and Security

ü  Legal instruments protecting young people in conflict zones

ü  Integrating YPS into broader developmental goals (SDGs)

ü  Practical Session: Drafting a localized roadmap for UNSCR 2250 implementation

Module 4: Designing Inclusive Youth Engagement Programs

ü  Human-centered design for youth peace interventions

ü  Ensuring inclusivity: Reaching "at-risk" and marginalized youth

ü  Creating safe spaces for youth participation

ü  Do-No-Harm principles in youth programming

ü  Practical Session: Rapid prototyping of a youth-led community peace project

Module 5: Youth-Led Mediation and Community Dialogue

ü  Peer-to-peer mediation techniques

ü  Facilitating intergenerational dialogues for social cohesion

ü  Traditional vs. modern conflict resolution mechanisms

ü  Building trust between youth and security forces

ü  Practical Session: Simulation of a mediation session between rival youth groups

Module 6: Digital Peacebuilding and Countering Online Radicalization

ü  The role of social media in conflict escalation and de-escalation

ü  Developing effective counter-narratives and alternative narratives

ü  Digital literacy and fact-checking for peace

ü  Cyber-activism and mobilizing for social change

ü  Practical Session: Creating a digital peace campaign for a specific social media platform

Module 7: Advocacy, Policy Influence, and Youth Leadership

ü  Leadership styles for young peacebuilders

ü  Advocacy strategies for influencing local and national policy

ü  Public speaking and strategic communication for impact

ü  Coalition building and networking

ü  Practical Session: Mock policy brief presentation to "government stakeholders"

Module 8: Gender Dynamics in Youth Peacebuilding

ü  The intersection of Youth (YPS) and Women, Peace, and Security (WPS)

ü  Addressing toxic masculinities and their role in conflict

ü  Empowering young women in leadership and mediation

ü  Gender-sensitive conflict analysis

ü  Practical Session: Designing a gender-inclusive peacebuilding workshop outline

Module 9: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) in YPS

ü  Defining indicators for peace and behavioral change

ü  Participatory monitoring: Involving youth in the MEL process

ü  Measuring the "intangibles": Trust, resilience, and social capital

ü  Learning from failure: Adaptive management in peacebuilding

ü  Practical Session: Developing a Logical Framework (LogFrame) for a YPS project

Module 10: Sustainability and Resource Mobilization for Youth Projects

ü  Fundraising strategies for youth-led initiatives

ü  Grant writing and donor relationship management

ü  Building institutional sustainability beyond project cycles

ü  Mentorship and succession planning in youth organizations

ü  Practical Session: Writing a compelling "Pitch Deck" for a peacebuilding grant

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are seasoned practitioners and researchers with over 15 years of experience in international peacebuilding, conflict transformation, and youth development. They have served as consultants for the UN, African Union, and leading international NGOs, bringing a wealth of real-world experience from conflict and post-conflict settings across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is committed to excellence. We deliver high-impact, evidence-based training programs that adhere to international quality standards. Our curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest trends in peacebuilding and professional development, ensuring our participants receive the most relevant and practical knowledge available.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives. We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202