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Mediation Training: Dialogue, Understanding and Conflict Resolution (Ulster University, Coleraine)

Run by Ulster University

Building skills in dialogue, mediation and conflict resolution through this free training opportunity for adults from all backgrounds.

Ulster University is pleased to host a practical conflict resolution training programme delivered by Mediation Northern Ireland and Glencree Centre for Peace & Reconciliation.

This training forms part of the NextGen4Peace programme, supported through PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Designed for adults from all backgrounds and sectors, this training supports local people to talk about what matters in your area and share different perspectives together.

Learning Aims:

1. Understanding cross-community relations – exploring what the key issues are in your own context.
2. Understanding the theory and practice of conflict resolution.
Who Should Attend?

This course is open to all adults and will be of particular interest to:

- Community and voluntary sector practitioners
- Public sector and education professionals
- Equality, community relations and engagement practitioners
- Youth and community workers
- Faith and community leaders
- Individuals with an interest in dialogue, mediation, and building positive community relations

No prior mediation experience is required.

Location: Ulster University, Coleraine
Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026
Time: 930am - 530pm
Cost: Free of charge
Delivered by: Mediation NI and Glencree Centre for Peace & Reconciliation through the NextGen4Peace programme.

Who is running it

Ulster University

Ulster University is the UK and Ireland University of the Year with a national and international reputation for teaching excellence and research innovation.

Contact
Damian
Phone
07547374997
Address
Ulster University Cromore Road Coleraine Londonderry BT15 1ED

Who it is for

  • Adults
  • Older people
  • Women
  • Men
  • Newcomer and minority ethnic communities
  • Faith communities
  • Community relations practitioners
  • Schools and educators

Accessibility

  • Accessible parking
  • Accessible toilets

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