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16 | \ Irish School of Ecumenics Postgraduate Diploma in Conflict & Dispute Resolution Studies – Dublin Email: cdrssec@tcd.ie This programme interests those, in both the public and private sectors, who wish to study civil mediation and other non-adversarial dispute and conflict resolution processes (ADRs) which are increasingly a part of legislative and management structures in the EU and internationally. Through an alliance with Mediation Forum-Ireland those who complete the CDRS programme will have an opportunity to have their names included in the relevant specialist panel of Accredited Mediators. This one year programme is taught at ISE, on two evenings per week over 24 weeks (September to April) with two practical, skill-based mediation training workshops held on Saturdays. M.Phil. in International Peace Studies – Dublin Email: peacesec@tcd.ie International Peace Studies provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the sources of armed conflict and war. It examines the conditions for achieving sustainable peace through peacemaking and peacebuilding. The programme draws on the fields of international relations, ethics, development studies and conflict resolution. Our graduates are employed in the diplomatic service, in NGOs and international organizations such as the UN, in media and education. Others continue to PhD programmes. M.Phil. in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation – Belfast Email: reconsec@tcd.ie This programme is a unique opportunity to study in a society in transition from conflict. Students can specialise in Master courses in conflict resolution or reconciliation, or pursue a joint Master course across both areas. Conflict Resolution offers specialisation in practical skills, meeting the needs of both experienced practitioners and those wishing to enter this field. Reconciliation Studies offers an inter-disciplinary approach to politics, theology and ethics and is excellent preparation for Ph.D. study. M.Phil. students can study full-time for 12 months or part- time for 24 months. The Master in Conflict Resolution will be delivered through short-block intensive courses. For further information about these programmes, our M.Litt. and Ph.D. programmes, or our M.Phil. in Intercultural Theology and Interreligious Studies, or all relevant closing dates please refer to the following websites: www.tcd.ie/Graduate_Studies/prospectivestudents www.tcd.ie/ise Applications should be made online at www.pac.ie. Irish School of Ecumenics, Trinity College Dublin, Tel. +353.1.2601144, Fax: +353.1.2601158 683 Antrim Road, Belfast BT15 4EG, Tel. +44.28.90770087; Fax: +44.28.90373986 Our registered charity number is CHY. 3950 An Cosantóir June 2011 mountain rescue Irish Red Cross moon light challenge please help us realise our dream! A Full Moon Walk along the Wicklow Way has been organised for Saturday the 12th of November 2011 Distance will be 26Km do you fancy a challenge? want to try something different? Thanks to your support over the last number of years, we’ve finished the first phase and can now begin the final phase of the construction of the ‘Glen Team’ Mountain Rescue Base. As promised, we are running the Moonlight Challenge in 2011. This will take place during the full moon in November, and will incorporate a 26Km hike mostly along the Wicklow Way. Participants take part as a team, although more experienced challengers may decide to run or go solo, or both! For more information contact fog@wmr.ie Once you've registered we’ll send you detailed instructions explaining the challenge requirements and a fundraising pack. There is a registration fee of €25.00 per person and a minimum fundraising target of €75.00 per person. All funds raised will go directly to building the Mountain Rescue Base. Please Note: Only Teams registered before the night will be able to take part. www.wicklowmountainrescue.ie glen of imaal

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