November 19, 2024 – Abuja, Nigeria
The Peace Education and Practice Network (PEPNET) successfully concluded another milestone in its mission to nurture peacebuilding capabilities across communities. The Peace Education and Management Training (PEMAT 2.0) brought together passionate individuals committed to fostering peace through enhanced self-awareness and practical conflict management strategies.
Training Highlights
Led by PEPNET Ambassador ABOLADE, the training centered on the crucial intersection of self-awareness and peacebuilding. Participants engaged in dynamic sessions that combined theoretical frameworks with practical applications, creating an environment where serious learning was balanced with meaningful engagement.
The interactive format included:
- Analytical discussions on conflict management methodologies
- Engaging multimedia presentations featuring conflict resolution scenarios
- Collaborative learning exercises
- Group reflection sessions
Creating Connections
What set this training apart was its emphasis on creating a comfortable learning environment where participants could openly share experiences and insights. The welcoming atmosphere of the ANA Conference Room in the Chinua Achebe Conference Building provided the perfect setting for this exchange of ideas.
Looking Forward
The success of PEMAT 2.0 represents another step forward in PEPNET’s ongoing commitment to developing skilled peacebuilding facilitators. The enthusiasm and engagement demonstrated by participants underscore the growing momentum behind peace education initiatives in our communities.
Impact and Future Directions
This training marks not just a learning opportunity, but a milestone in building a network of informed, capable peace practitioners. As participants return to their communities, they carry with them enhanced skills and fresh perspectives on conflict management and resolution.
PEPNET continues to build on these successes, with future training sessions planned to further expand our community of peace educators and facilitators. The positive response to PEMAT 2.0 reinforces our conviction that investing in peace education is crucial for creating lasting positive change in our society.
The Peace Education and Practice Network (PEPNET) operates from the Mamman Vatsa Writers Village, Mpape, Abuja, providing training and resources for peace education practitioners across Nigeria.