The Challenges of Peace-Building in Conflict Zones
Using the Democratic Republic of Congo as a key case study, the session delved into complex issues such as the evolving nature of conflicts, the significant role first responders play in influencing the actions of key conflict actors, the prioritization of humanitarian aid over peace-building efforts during conflict escalation, and the importance of trauma healing in post-conflict recovery.
Facilitating for Transformation: Decolonial Approaches in Practice
Brussels, Belgium – As we finalise our reflections on last year’s highlights, one training that still resonates with us is our transformative session on facilitation through a decolonial lens. Led by the incredible Rachel Nelems, a globally respected political campaigner and decolonial activist, this session wasn’t just about learning how to facilitate effectively—it was about unlearning, questioning power structures, and ensuring that our spaces truly reflect the values we stand for.
The session on December 2nd, 2024, challenged us to rethink what it means to guide discussions, hold space, and create truly inclusive conversations. Rachel reminded us that facilitation isn’t just about structure—it’s about responsibility. It’s about recognizing historical and systemic imbalances and actively working to dismantle them in the ways we engage, listen, and lead.
Completion of In-House Training on Youth & Peacebuilding Agenda; Led by Greshma Raju
Youth Transforming Narratives (YTN) is proud to announce the successful completion of its second in-house training on Youth & Peacebuilding agenda, led by Peacebuilding Advisor, Greshma Raju. This training is part of YTN’s ongoing efforts to empower youth leaders and further its mission to promote peace and security on a global scale.