Description of the Summer School
The program focuses on practical skills and techniques conveyed through an interactive methodology including role plays, case studies, simulations, field visits and innovative learning methods such as mainly theater-based learning. In particular, students will be offered training sessions in interpersonal and intergroup conflict transformation. Local practices of conflict transformation and reconciliation will also be creatively explored. The school will include the following skills packages:

- Interpersonal and Intergroup Conflict Transformation Skills, including problem solving, conflict analysis, communication skills and negotiation;
- Theater & Creative Conflict Resolution;
- Multi-Party Mediation in International Relations.
And the following lectures and lessons:
- An Introduction to Peacekeeping Operations;
- The Role of International Organizations and Civil Society in Conflict Transformation;
- Environmental Consensus Building;
- Religion & Conflict Resolution; and much more.

The above list is by no means exhaustive and will also contain training in a variety of sub-themes and topics.

Intended outcomes of the Summer School

1) Provide younger generations with effective skills in conflict transformation;
2) Introduce young Lebanese to the field of peacebuilding and prepare constructive agents for future societal roles; and
3) Support the creation of a generation of motivated young people in order to facilitate initiatives towards dialogue and reconciliation in the country.

When and Where?
The Summer School will be held in the Mediterranean Forest Development and Conservation Center of Lebanon (MFDCL), from August 17 till August 26, 2007. Accommodation, meals and appropriate extra-curricular activities will be provided free of charge for accepted finalists. Students are encouraged to bring with them their own ideas and proposals for entertainment (such as music, theater, etc.)
(Please see the map for specific location information ).

Eligibility
Qualified university students, having completed at least two (preferably three) years of relevant university education, are eligible to apply to the Summer School. During the selection process, priority will be given to students with demonstrated abilities to utilize these skills and knowledge in the future, with special attention paid to their social activities within civil society organizations or other forms of volunteering.
Application Process
Individuals may apply by completing the application form. The deadline for submitting applications is August 10th, 2007. Accepted applicants will be notified no later than August 14th, 2006. Decision on applications will be undertaken by the organizers and short-listed candidates will be interviewed. There is no registration fee for the Summer School.