Mediation Support

As well as taking an active role in mediating peace processes, the HD Centre carries out an extensive programme of support activities, which includes:

• providing advice as well as staff and logistical support to others mediating in armed conflicts;
• promoting the sharing of experiences in the mediation sector;
• developing new ways to approach the many issues that surround the topic of mediation
• producing publications.

Sharing knowledge

The practice of mediation differs widely as each peace process and mediation efforts are influenced by a unique set of circumstances. However, there are often common themes and similar types of decisions confronting mediators.

By sharing best practices, including the experiences of its staff, and by conducting research on a number of substantive issues, the HD Centre attempts to further the debate on the challenges facing the mediation community.

The HD Centre also develops practical material, including training material, which its makes available to the wider mediation community. It examines current humanitarian issues and draws on our its experience in peace-making and peace-building activities. Much of this work takes the form of publications, a substantial body of work, which addresses the many key themes within the field of conflict mediation.