Systemic Conflict Analysis

Understanding conflict dynamics and key driving factors of conflict

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Informationen zum Seminar

Trainerin/Trainer
Cordula Reimann

Dr. Cordula Reimann

Rolle
Trainerin für (systemische) Konfliktanalyse, Trauma-sensitivity und Trauma-responsive Peacebuilding, Conflict sensitivity/DnH, RPP, PME in Peacebuilding
Zeitraum
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Seminar-Typ
Online-Seminar
Seminar-Sprache
Englisch
Early Bird
315.00€
Kosten (steuerbefreit)
350.00€

About this training

Analyzing conflicts helps to develop appropriate and structured measures to deal with them. Through applying systemic thinking, you can expand from linear frameworks to comprehend conflict dynamics in all their complexity. In this training course, you will learn how Systemic Conflict Analysis (SCA) works and how you can implement it effectively in your work.

Registration Dates:

🐦 Early Bird: until 16 September 2025
Registration Deadline: 28 October 2025

Training Schedule:

🔌 Technical Check: on 5 November 2025 from 12:00 to 12:30 CEST
💻 Online Live Sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11, 13 ,18 & 20 November 2025, 13:00-17:00 CET

Content

Participants will be taken through a highly participatory, step-by-step approach to systemic conflict analysis. Through engaging discussions, participants will explore non-linear conflict dynamics and increase understanding of deep-rooted conflict dynamics. The case studies will come from the concrete working context of participants. The trainer will also consider trauma-sensitivity, conflict and gender-sensitivity during the process.

Key Concepts:

  • key driving factors of conflict (KDFs) 
  • linear and non-linear conflict dyanmics 
  • feedback loops: reinforcing loops & balancing loops 
  • time delay 
  • mental models

Learning Objectives

By the end of the four week online course participants will…

  • become familiar with basic ideas of systems thinking and its advantages for a holistic approach to conflict transformation,
  • know how to conduct a Systemic Conflict Analysis (SCA) (e.g. the different steps of the analysis, feedback loops etc.),
  • know how to conduct a SCA on own real life examples/case studies,
  • develop based on the analysis, ideas for strategic planning and identify first entry points for intervention.

Who can register for this course?

The course is designed for all colleagues who are interested in understanding intractable or deep-rooted conflict dynamics and systems approaches to conflict analysis. Some experience in conflict analysis and traditional conflict analysis tools is desired, but not necessary. Participants are encouraged to bring their own conflict case studies.

We prioritise smaller class sizes to promote interactive exchanges and the integration of your own practical experiences. Therefore we limit the number of spaces to a maximum of 20 participants. Register early to reserve your place!

Hannah Würbel

Do you have questions about this training? Our team is happy to assist you. Please do not hesitate to contact me: hannah.wuerbel@propeace.de

Hannah Würbel, Advisor for qualification and trainings

Methodology

  • Highly participatory & interactive & playful.
  • Chatham House Rule

Workload & Deliverables

Participants will be expected to work in small groups and work on their systems maps between the group online sessions. In the final session, participants will present their respective conflict systems maps.

After a successful participation, participants receive a certificate and become part of our alumni network.

Total expected weekly hours: 10 to 12 hours per week

Registration

Ready to go? We are looking forward to your participation:

Register bindingly for this training.

Further information on our cancellation policies can be found in our General Terms and Conditions for Trainings. If you have any questions about financing options, please refer to our FAQs.

The participation fee is paid by invoice.

Participants should have an adequate internet connection (1 Mbit down/upload or better) to take part in this training. A headset is highly recommended.