Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation

Our thanks to the many professionals and volunteers involved in refugee outreach who took part in our #capacitar workshop focused on practices to help alleviate the effects of #trauma and for #selfcare. #glencree4peace #glencreeintercultural Cairde Barnardo's Ireland Southside Partnership DLR Dublin South City Partnership Peter McVerry Trust Places of Sanctuary Ireland Kildare Volunteer Centre

As October wraps up, Mediation NI is excited to reflect on a month filled with engaging events, particularly during Mediation Week. Here’s a recap of our activities: MII Annual Conference (October 18-19): We participated in this significant event in Belfast, themed "Broadening Our Perspective on Mediation." The conference featured esteemed speakers, including Baroness Cathy Ashton, and offered practical sessions that enhanced our understanding of mediation in various contexts. Workplace Mediation Management Course (October 22): Held at the stunning Belfast Castle, this one-day course focused on the essential skills needed for effective workplace mediation. Participants gained insights into managing conflicts and fostering a collaborative work environment. Workplace Mediation Seminar (October 16): This seminar at Magee College highlighted the financial impact of workplace conflict and showcased mediation as a key solution. Attendees learned strategies to address disputes effectively and reduce costs associated with conflict. Shared Island Mediation Forum (October 17): This forum gathered mediators from across the island to discuss collaborative approaches to conflict resolution. It was a valuable opportunity for networking and sharing best practices. Mediation Theory & Practice Course (October 3): Kicking off the month, we hosted an 8-day course aimed at enhancing participants' skills and understanding of mediation theory and practice. Thank you to everyone who joined us for these events and contributed to the vital discussions around mediation with special thanks to Ulster University, The Labour Relations Agency, The CIPD in Northern Ireland and The Mediators' Institute Of Ireland. Together, we are making strides in promoting effective conflict resolution within our communities. Here’s to continued growth and learning in the months ahead! #MediationNI #MediationWeek #ConflictResolution

Glencree's Political Dialogue team Pat Hynes and Terri O brien, alongside Glencree Chair James Bridgeman SC and CEO Naoimh McNamee, were delighted to meet with NI Secretary Of State Hilary Benn during a visit to Dublin for discussions on the new opportunities that the UK-Ireland reset in relations offers. A number of guests joined the meeting to share their personal experiences and research relevant to key issues that remain for communities in Northern Ireland as well as across the two islands. #glencree4peace

Last weekend I traveled to Gorizia and Nova Gorica—two towns spanning the Italian-Slovenian border, once divided by the Iron Curtain, now symbolizing unity. This symbolic location hosted the 10th generation of the OSCE's #DialogueAcademy for Young Women, where 24 participants from Pristina and Belgrade spent 10 days engaging in transformative discussions on leadership, gender, and reconciliation. What struck me most about this cohort was how much they shared in common. Their conversations reflected the challenges of today and demonstrated their readiness to address them as future leaders. Over the last decade, the Dialogue Academy has consistently created a space for young women to connect across divides, build mutual respect, and learn the tools needed to foster peace and understanding in their communities. This year’s Academy marks a new chapter for our alumnae network, DANA, which now includes over 230 members. Each year, we see the impact of this network growing, as alumnae take the skills they’ve learned and apply them to initiatives that drive positive change. It’s a true multiplier effect, creating lasting ripples of reconciliation and cooperation across diverse communities. I had the honor of inviting this year’s participants to join this network of prominent, rising professionals who are not only recognized for their accomplishments but also entrusted with the responsibility that comes with being a part of this unique network. With generous support from Italy, Norway, and Finland, we are expanding DANA’s reach through new projects that will continue to foster understanding and collaboration across Kosovo. It’s inspiring to see the next generation take the reins, and I have no doubt that these young women will leave a profound mark on the world in the years to come. #DialogueAcademy #WomenLeadership #DANA #FutureLeaders @Vladimir Valdes Garcia, Pascale Roussy, Martina Garbuglia, Tomislav Ortakovski, Sharon Crooks, Augusta Featherston, Kate Fearon, Liliana Palihovici, Mimoza Kusari-Lila, Teuta Sahatqija, gordana comic, Marija Obradovic, Magda Zenon, Lara Scarpitta, Biljana Nastovska

Looking forward to hearing views of our All-Island Women's Peacebuilding Network members on progress made and next steps in the NI peace process and to discussing the Peace Summit Report Call to Action.⌛️10am Thurs online➡️register bit.ly/4hk3iKf. #womensvoices #glencree4peace

At the OSCE – The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe #dialogueacademy for Young Women from Priština and Belgrade, the importance of young women in decision-making processes that promote #peacebuilding, #womensleadership and the impact of different historical & geographical contexts was the focus of contributions by our Women's Leadership Programme Manager Amina Moustafa and our Women's Peacebuilding Network members Anne Walker & Sharon Crooks. With OSCE Mission in Kosovo & OSCE Mission to Serbia. #glencree4peace #womensvoices