Workshop | Peacebuilding: Theory, Critiques and Practical applications
Aula B3, Dipartimento SPGI
Dal 26.06.2025 al 11.07.2025
The course aims to provide students with an opportunity to learn the goals and priorities of institutions and organisations working on peacebuilding. Particularly recommended to those who are looking to start a career in peacekeeping/ peacebuilding/ humanitarian organisations and reporting with international governmental and nongovernmental organisations. This workshop is part of the Constitutional Development and Democratisation module of the HRG Master’s program at the University of Padua. It integrates interdisciplinary perspectives on peacebuilding within the broader framework of human rights and governance, offering both theoretical insights and practical case study analyses.
- Duration: 12 hours
- Schedule: (I) 26 June 2025, 9:00-12:00 Aula B3, Ca' Borin; (II) 2 July 2025, 9:00-12:00 Aula B3, Ca' Borin; (III) 10 July 2025, 9:00-12:00 Aula B3 Ca' Borin; (IV) 11 July 2025, 9:00-12:00 Aula B3 Ca' Borin
- Lecturer: Filippo Rosin
- Degree: MA Human Rights and Multi Level Governance
- Email: filipporosinpk16@gmail.com
- Number of Participants: limited. The closing date for the submission of applications is 25 June 2025 at 18:00 CET.
Submit your application including a CV and short motivation statement (max 100 words) to filipporosinpk16@gmail.com please specify “Workshop_Surname_Name” in the email object. - Attendance: participants should attend at least 75% of the sessions.
Peacebuilding is the implementation of measures intended to create or sustain peace, especially in an area affected by conflict. It encompasses a range of practices, including fostering dialogue, rebuilding institutions, strengthening the rule of law, and addressing structural inequalities. This workshop introduces participants to the foundational concepts of peacebuilding, explores its critiques and challenges, and evaluates its implementation through case studies involving key international organizations such as the United Nations (UN), the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the African Union (AU).
The workshop employs an interactive format, combining lectures and group discussions. Participants will critically engage with theoretical texts, analyse case studies, and explore the implications of peacebuilding policies on the ground. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a nuanced understanding of peacebuilding’s theoretical foundations, critiques, and real-world applications, equipping them with skills to engage in peace-related governance and human rights advocacy.
Learning objectives
- Understand the core concepts and objectives of peacebuilding
- Analyse the critiques, strengths, and limitations of peacebuilding initiatives
- Examine the role of international organizations in promoting peacebuilding practices
- Apply theoretical frameworks to real-world case studies
