Who Are We?The African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD) is a South African-based civil society organisation working throughout Africa to bring creative African solutions to the challenges posed by conflict on the continent. ACCORD’s primary aim is to influence political developments by bringing conflict resolution, dialogue and institutional development to the forefront as an alternative to armed violence and protracted conflict. ACCORD specialises in conflict management, analysis and prevention and intervenes in conflicts through mediation, negotiation, training, research and conflict analysis. ACCORD works from SADC in the south, through the Great Lakes region to the Horn of Africa and in West Africa. Since 1992, ACCORD has trained over 12 000 people in conflict management and conflict resolution skills, focussing on all sectors: government and the public service, business, military and police, and civil society. ACCORD is part of the growing momentum for an African Renaissance. The United Nations has recognised ACCORD’s approach of intervention, research, training and early warning as a viable model for conflict prevention and transformation on the continent. Latest News...5 May - Oslo Capstone Doctrine Seminar: The Peacekeeping Best Practices Section of the United Nations (UN) Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and the Training for Peace (TfP) Programme at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs... 4 May - Participation of ACCORD in United Nations Civilian Staff Officer Course at the Swedish Armed Forces International Centre: The Senior Programme Officer for the Training for Peace (TfP) Programme, Ms. Yvonne Kasumba, is presently participating... 26 Apr - Peacebuilding Programme conducts Burundi consultations: ACCORD's African Peacebuilding Coordination Programme will conduct a series of consultation meetings in Burundi from 28 April-07 May 2008. The consultations are to be with key... 25 Apr - ACCORD Conducts International Trade Negotiation Training: The Founder and Executive Director of ACCORD, Vasu Gounden, was a resource person at an International Trade Negotiation training which ACCORD conducted in partnership... 25 Apr - ACCORD Trustees Honoured by State President: ACCORD is pleased to announce the recognition received by two of its Trustees by President Thabo Mbeki on 22 April 2008. H.E. Ambassador Billy Modise, the former South African Ambassador... 24 Apr - ACCORD Conducts International Trade Negotiation Training: On 21 April 2008 the High Commissione to South Africar for the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, H.E. Anura Rajakaruna, visited ACCORD House. The High Commissioner... 24 Apr - ACCORD Trustee Graça Machel Awarded Honorary Doctorate: ACCORD Trustee Graça Machel was awarded a Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Barcelona, Spain, yesterday. Graça Machel is the chairperson of the Global Alliance... 23 Apr - Dr. Ziad Abu-Amr Visits ACCORD: On the 16th of April Dr. Ziad Abu-Amr, who is a member of the Palestinian Legislative Council, the founder of the Palestinian Council on Foreign Relations and a former Palestinian Foreign Minister, visited ACCORD... ...for more news, click here.
ACCORD Programmes 1991-2007Review the work of ACCORD in Africa over the last 15 years, country-by-country, using the "ACCORD Activity Map".
Need Training to Handle Conflict?ACCORD offers a range of training courses in conflict management theory and practice, and in mediation and negotiation. The organisation regularly provides customised in-house training for a range of clients in the business, government and civil-society sectors. We have trained over 12,000 people since 1992 throughout Africa. ACCORD attempts to bring African solutions to the African challenges that we face. While attempting to keep abreast of international trends, we are very conscious also of our African perspective. We make a point of using African methodologies, resources and experience within our training approach. Tell Us What You Think...We are continually striving to improve and develop our website. Please take a few minutes to fill out this form to let us know how you rate the "ACCORD Website Experience" and pass on any comments that you think would be useful. |
Voices on ACCORD“I am delighted to express my appreciation for the valuable work carried out by ACCORD for the reduction of violent conflict in Southern Africa. The British Government is pleased to be able to support ACCORD’s work through the UK Department for International Development.” “I want to […] commend ACCORD for its achievements. ACCORD’s work plays a pivotal role in conflict resolution, the protection of human rights, and the promotion of good governance. Your efforts make it possible for Africans to focus on the development agenda. I have admired your work for years and wish you every continued success.” “It is intended that specialized nodes be established and/or strengthened […] to promote conflict prevention and the constructive resolution of conflicts […]. These centres will be important linkage points for public and private organizations within Africa, the UN and with international peace, democracy and human rights NGOs. A model […] already exists in the form of the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD).” New JournalGet the latest issue (2007/2) of ACCORD's unique journal in conflict resolution theory and practice for the continent, by the continent. Conflict TrendsReporting and analysing trends in current and emerging conflicts on the continent of Africa since 1998. Check out the latest edition of Conflict Trends (4/2007) focusing on 'Peacekeeping in Africa'.
ACCORD at the UNSC
ACCORD is proud to have been the first African NGO to address the UN Security Council. Vasu Gounden, Founder and Executive Director of ACCORD, addressed the UNSC on 20 September 2005, as part of a debate on the role of civil society in conflict prevention and the pacific settlement of disputes, and on 15 December 2005 on cooperation between the UN and African regional organisations in the field of peace and security. |
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