BUILDING GOOD RELATIONS

Aim

This introductory course is designed to help individuals learn the best ways for living together in the same place with people who are different. The course enables understanding and participation in building good relations locally and among work colleagues.

There is a wide variety of topics to choose from including understanding divided societies / self-awareness and experience of difference / cultural traditions / the media / community relations in work / education / ethnic diversity / housing / etc. Topics are chosen to suit the needs of the group and with sensitivity to the current issues of concern in the area from which participants are drawn. Specialised speakers will be invited to give an input on some topics.

Objectives

Understand how conflict is handled personally and within society

Recognise the impact of local or national initiatives on Good Relations

Understand the impact of cultural identity

Recognise the challenges to building Good Relations

Who is the course for?

This course is generally offered in partnership with local colleges. It is suitable for individuals or groups with a community interest and for local government personnel, community workers and development workers, youth leaders, facilitators, etc.

Duration

This course is available over ten (2 1/2 hour) sessions. The format of the sessions includes group discussion. There are also facilitated sessions with invited speakers and a visit where appropriate. To receive OCN accreditation at Level Two, participants engage in group discussions and complete a learning portfolio.

Dates

This course is available upon request by an organisation.

Registration

To register please fill out and send in the Booking Form or contact us at:

Mediation Northern Ireland
83 University Street
Belfast BT7 1HP

Telephone: 028 90 438614
Fax: 028 90 314430

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