Welcome to GLPI 2020. Check out our programs and servinces, and announcements about our upcoming trainings. BIENVENUE À GLPI DE L'INSTITUT À L'ORGANISATION Anciennement connu sous le nom de « Great Lakes Peacebuilding Institute », GLPI est maintenant devenu une organisation à part entière sous sa nouvelle appellation « Great Lakes Peacebuilding Initiative » GLPI a été fondée en 2004 par 4 organisations dont : • Ministère pour la Paix et la Réconciliation sous la Croix (MIPAREC) du Burundi, • Friends Peace House (FPH) du Rwanda, • Conseil pour la paix et la réconciliation (COPARE) de la RDC et • Mennonites Central Comittee - MCC USA / CANADA) GLPI intervient à travers 3 programmes principaux, à savoir : L'Institut de consolidation de la paix qui dispense des cours avancés et de haute qualité en consolidation de la paix et développement avec des opportunités pour la pratique sur le terrain. Réseautage des Alumni Après la formation, les alumni s'organisent localement en structures (chapitres) à travers lesquels ils initient des actions de paix dans leurs localités. A travers ces structures, GLPI continue de soutenir leurs initiatives. Recherches et publications GLPI, en collaboration avec ses professeurs, partenaires, lauréats et autres universités de la paix, mènent des recherches sur divers sujets liés à la paix et aux conflits, conçoivent des modules de formation et d'autres publications sur des témoignages et des expériences de praticiens. Clubs d'éducation à la paix pour jeunes GLPI, en collaboration avec des institutions telles que des églises et des ministères chrétiens, assure un programme d'éducation à la paix dans les écoles. Programmes et services OCTOBER INSTITUTE Une formation d'un mois avec plusieurs cours sur la consolidation de la paix et le développement organisationnel et communautaire, y compris des visites d'apprentissage, des activités de consolidation d'équipe et des sessions d'éducation spéciale. ALUMNI NETWORK Connexions régionales favorisées parmi les praticiens de la paix et du développement appliquant de nouveaux apprentissages et de nouveaux cadres SPECIAL MODULES Plusieurs options de modules de cours d'une semaine sur divers thèmes de consolidation de la paix et de développement pertinents aux besoins de la région des Grands Lacs RESEARCH Efforts pour accroître les connaissances et améliorer les analyses sur les tendances actuelles en matière de consolidation de la paix et de développement PEACE EDUCATION CLUBS Opportunités de renforcement des capacités adaptées à des organisations spécifiques et à leur personnel et partenaires LEARNING RESOURCES Développer des synergies entre les organisations et les communautés engagées dans la consolidation stratégique de la paix et développer de nouvelles opportunités de formation pour répondre à leurs besoins de renforcement des capacités Abonnez-vous à notre liste de diffusion pour recevoir les futures mises à jour. S' abonner

Explores the foundational theories behind conflict and peacebuilding, analyzing the root causes of violence, inequality, and tension in both local and international contexts. This course examines key concepts such as structural violence, identity-based conflict, and post-conflict reconciliation. Students will engage with real-world case studies to understand how cultural, political, and historical dynamics shape conflicts—and how sustainable peace can be fostered through inclusive dialogue, justice, and community-led initiatives

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Over the last decade there has been a growing realization that peacebuilding, development, and humanitarian assistance sometimes feed conflict rather than alleviate it, and that they sometimes exacerbate tensions. This has led to the development of tools to understand the relationship between programming and conflict. This course is designed to equip participants with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to analyze, develop and apply strategies to deal with the complexities of providing assistance, development and peacebuilding with better outcomes for the societies where assistance is provided. Participants will be introduced to frameworks of analysis for reducing complexity and managing uncertainty; conflict sensitive approaches, strategies for integrating these approaches into their programming. The main goal of this module is to introduce participants to the ideas, concepts and approaches of conflict sensitivity and Do No Harm in order to improve and enhance their values and principles to understanding, application and monitoring of conflict-sensitive programming. At the end of the week, the participants are expected to: 1. Understand the relevance of conflict sensitivity within the framework of their organizational work, even where it may appear foreign to the fields of intervention. 2. Situate conflict sensitivity within program and organizational policies and operations. 3. See conflict sensitivity as not necessarily a new approach, or an additional component to organizational work

Gustave Nkurunziza is a highly skilled Burundian engineer specializing in water and environmental engineering, with a focus on water and sanitation. He brings over 15 years of experience in environmental impact assessments, waste management, higher education, and applied research. He has led and contributed to numerous national and regional projects across Burundi, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in the areas of environmental protection, sustainable development, and innovation. As the founder of GEC◊S sprl, he is also a recognized trainer and mentor, actively engaged in waste valorization and supporting young innovators. He possesses a strong academic background, advanced computer proficiency, and is fluent in Kirundi, French, and English.

October 03-28,2022: African Great Lakes Peacebuilding and development Ins titute The 18th Session of the Annual Peacebuilding and Developement Training of GLPI was held at MUGATUTU,the MIPAREC Conference Center in Gitega, Burundi during the periode of 03 to 28 of October 2022. This is the annual month-long training institute organized by GLPI in the month of October. Participants come from the Great Lakes region or anywhere across Africa. The training, which is done in both English and French, is comprised of eight week-long course modules on peacebuilding and organizational and community development which participants could choose from. The full month includes classroom-based discussions, group activities, field visits, week-end teambuilding activities, panel presentations, special learning sessions, opening and closing ceremonies, football match and cultural solidarity night. There is an option to attend the entire month or only certain weeks. Participants This year 2022, we have successfully held our Annual Peacebuilding Trainings in the month of October, gathering more than 60 peace practitioners from Rwanda, Burundi, DRC, Kenya, Angola, Ethiopia, Cambidia and Tchad. They represent different sectors such as international and national non-profit institutions, churches, youth groups, women’s associations, and peacebuilding, development and humanitarian organizations The 2022 Peacebuilding Institute has offered courses and training modules led by a team of experienced international faculty who possess a wide range of peacebuilding skills and experience. They employ participatory, interactive and creative teaching methods to stimulate meaningful listening and learning environments. ACTIVITIES The full month includes classroom-based discussions, group activities, field visits, week-end teambuilding activities, panel presentations, special learning sessions, opening and closing ceremonies, football match and cultural solidarity night. FACULTY

Welcome to Great Lakes Peacebuilding Institute website.We are honored to welcome you to our learning platform dedicated to promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development in the African Great Lakes Region and else where in Africa. Through our actions, we strive to foster social cohesion, strengthen peace builders, and support communities on their path to stability. We invite you to discover our Institute. Your commitment and collaboration are invaluable in achieving our shared mission. Please consult our 2024 report to learn more about our activities during the previous year: Download the 2024 Report English French