Module 1: Peace, conflict and health professionals
General objectives
This module serves as an introduction to Medical Peace Work. It gives a basic summary of terminology and concepts, and provides an overview of the modules that follow. Some useful peace skills are also presented.
Chapter 1.1: Introduction to peace and conflict
By the end of this chapter you will be able to describe the conceptual background of peace and conflict work. You will be able to discuss the different types and levels of violence and the different tools of conflict analysis.
Chapter 1.2: Medical Peace Work - a response to violent conflict
By the end of this chapter you will be able to describe and evaluate the rationale and framework of medical peace work. You will also be able to outline the different ways in which health professionals can prevent violence and promote peace, and identify the skills needed when undertaking non-violent communication.
Guide to module: You can choose your own path through the module. However, the following sequence is recommended:
- Read the textbook, and after each lesson follow the link to that lessons test.
- Take the test, and use the resume icon in the content navigation (
) to continue with the next lesson in the textbook.
- After you have completed a chapter, have a look at the e-case corresponding to that chapter. You will find links to the cases in each chapter overview, or by clicking the e-case tab and selecting your case.
