The UN Migration Agency (IOM) Lebanon launched an executive professional training program, with funds from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation and in collaboration with the Lebanese University

The course will run from February – May 2020 and will train 28 participants who are currently involved in helping people affected by the Syrian conflict, in Lebanon (Syrian displaced population and Lebanese host communities). International and national experts will teach the modular course to provide a diverse overview of topics related to the relationship between psychosocial support, dialogue and social cohesion in a conflict-affected environment. Teaching will take place every second weekend (Fridays included) to facilitate the participation of working professionals.

The course is part of IOM’s psychosocial programme: “Enhancing the Psychosocial Wellbeing of Displaced and Hosting Communities in Lebanon Affected by the Syrian Crisis”. The course will help participants to identify and conceptualize emotional and mental threats to individuals caused by displacement, war and migration; adopt creative approaches to strengthen the community fabric; counsel war-affected individuals; and develop conflict resolution and mediation skills. The ultimate aim is for the participants to apply this crucial understanding to their daily work with affected communities within their respective NGOs or SDCs.

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