Monday, January 1, 2023: Today was the first day of my 12-week attachment in the Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies Diploma Program. My supervisor gave me an introduction to the program and assigned me to read the program syllabus. I spent most of the day familiarizing myself with the program's structure, learning objectives, and assessment criteria. By the end of the day, I had gained a basic understanding of what to expect in the coming weeks.

Skills Acquired: Familiarizing myself with the program structure, time management, and organization skills.

Tuesday, January 2, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on the history and theory of conflict resolution and peace studies. The lecturer covered topics such as the root causes of conflicts, the different approaches to conflict resolution, and the role of peace studies in creating sustainable peace. The lecture was insightful and informative, and it helped me to gain a deeper understanding of the field.

Skills Acquired: Active listening, note-taking, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

Wednesday, January 3, 2023: Today, I had a group discussion with my peers on conflict resolution strategies. We were assigned to read a case study and present a conflict resolution strategy to the class. This activity helped me to develop my communication and teamwork skills, as well as my ability to think critically and creatively.

Skills Acquired: Communication skills, teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity.

Thursday, January 4, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on negotiation skills. The workshop covered topics such as preparing for negotiations, understanding the other party's interests, and finding common ground. The workshop was interactive, and we had the opportunity to practice negotiation skills in mock scenarios. The workshop was challenging, but it helped me to improve my negotiation skills.

Skills Acquired: Negotiation skills, active listening, and problem-solving skills.

Friday, January 5, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress so far. My supervisor provided feedback on my performance and gave me some suggestions on how to improve. We also discussed my learning objectives and set some goals for the coming weeks. The meeting was constructive, and I left with a clear understanding of what I needed to work on.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and self-reflection.

Monday, January 8, 2023: Today, I attended a seminar on the role of gender in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The speaker discussed the ways in which gender can affect conflict dynamics and the importance of including women in peacebuilding processes. The seminar was eye-opening, and it helped me to recognize the significance of gender in conflict resolution and peacebuilding.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of gender issues, empathy, and cultural competency.

Tuesday, January 9, 2023: Today, I worked on a group project with my peers. We were assigned to design a conflict resolution program for a community experiencing conflict. We spent most of the day researching conflict resolution programs and developing a plan for our own program. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to apply the knowledge and skills I had acquired in the previous week.

Skills Acquired: Research skills, teamwork, problem-solving, and project management.

Wednesday, January 10, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on peacebuilding in post-conflict societies. The lecturer discussed the challenges and opportunities of peacebuilding in societies emerging from conflict. The lecture was informative, and it helped me to understand the complexities of peacebuilding in post-conflict societies.

Skills Acquired: Critical thinking, analysis, and cultural competency.

Thursday, January 11, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the group project. My supervisor provided feedback on our project plan and gave us some suggestions on how to improve it. We discussed our roles in the project and set some deadlines for completing the different tasks. The meeting was productive, and I left with a clear understanding of what I needed to do to contribute to the project's success.

Skills Acquired: Collaboration, accountability, and adaptability.

Friday, January 12, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project. I was assigned to research a case study on a conflict and analyze the different conflict resolution strategies used to resolve it. I spent most of the day researching and analyzing the case study, and I was able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of each strategy. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to deepen my understanding of conflict resolution strategies.

Skills Acquired: Research skills, critical thinking, analysis, and writing skills.

Monday, January 15, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on mediation skills. The workshop covered topics such as active listening, finding common ground, and managing emotions. We had the opportunity to practice mediation skills in mock scenarios, and the workshop was interactive and engaging. The workshop was challenging, but it helped me to improve my mediation skills.

Skills Acquired: Mediation skills, active listening, empathy, and conflict management.

Tuesday, January 16, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project. I was assigned to write a research paper on the case study I had analyzed earlier. I spent most of the day writing the paper and organizing my thoughts. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my writing and analytical skills.

Skills Acquired: Writing skills, analytical skills, and time management.

Wednesday, January 17, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on the role of international organizations in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The lecturer discussed the different international organizations involved in conflict resolution and peacebuilding, and their approaches to addressing conflicts. The lecture was informative, and it helped me to understand the role of international organizations in promoting peace.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of international organizations, analysis, and critical thinking.

Thursday, January 18, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on my individual research project. My supervisor provided feedback on my paper and gave me some suggestions on how to improve it. We also discussed my learning objectives and set some goals for the coming weeks. The meeting was productive, and I left with a clear understanding of what I needed to do to improve my paper.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and self-reflection.

Friday, January 19, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project, revising my paper based on the feedback I received from my supervisor. I spent most of the day revising my paper and ensuring that it met the program's assessment criteria. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my writing and analytical skills.

Skills Acquired: Writing skills, analytical skills, and self-reflection.

Monday, January 22, 2023: Today, I attended a seminar on conflict transformation. The speaker discussed the difference between conflict resolution and conflict transformation, and the role of conflict transformation in creating sustainable peace. The seminar was informative, and it helped me to understand the importance of transforming conflicts rather than simply resolving them.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of conflict transformation, analysis, and critical thinking.

Tuesday, January 23, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our conflict resolution program plan. We spent most of the day putting together the different components of the program, such as the training modules and evaluation methods. The project was challenging 
but it allowed me to improve my teamwork and project management skills.

Skills Acquired: Teamwork, project management, and problem-solving.

Wednesday, January 24, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on intercultural communication. The workshop covered topics such as cultural differences, communication barriers, and effective communication strategies. We had the opportunity to practice our intercultural communication skills in mock scenarios, and the workshop was interactive and engaging. The workshop was challenging, but it helped me to improve my intercultural communication skills.

Skills Acquired: Intercultural communication, empathy, active listening, and adaptability.

Thursday, January 25, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the group project. My supervisor provided feedback on our program plan and gave us some suggestions on how to improve it. We also discussed our progress towards our goals and set some new deadlines. The meeting was productive, and I left with a clear understanding of what I needed to do to contribute to the project's success.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and time management.

Friday, January 26, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project, finalizing my paper and submitting it for assessment. I spent most of the day making final edits and ensuring that my paper met all of the program's assessment criteria. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my writing and analytical skills.

Skills Acquired: Writing skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

Monday, January 29, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on peacebuilding in post-conflict societies. The lecturer discussed the challenges and opportunities of peacebuilding in post-conflict societies, and the role of different actors in the peacebuilding process. The lecture was informative, and it helped me to understand the complexities of peacebuilding in post-conflict societies.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of peacebuilding, analysis, and critical thinking.

Tuesday, January 30, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our presentation for the upcoming conference. We spent most of the day putting together our presentation slides and practicing our delivery. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my presentation and public speaking skills.

Skills Acquired: Presentation skills, public speaking, and teamwork.

Wednesday, January 31, 2023: Today, I attended a seminar on transitional justice. The speaker discussed the different approaches to transitional justice, such as truth commissions and reparations, and their effectiveness in promoting accountability and reconciliation. The seminar was informative, and it helped me to understand the complexities of transitional justice.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of transitional justice, analysis, and critical thinking.

Overall, the first month of my attachment in the Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies Diploma Program has been challenging but rewarding. I have learned new skills in research, writing, analysis, mediation, conflict management, intercultural communication, teamwork, project management, presentation, and public speaking. I have also gained a deeper understanding of conflict resolution and peacebuilding theories and practices, and their relevance to contemporary global challenges. I am looking forward to the next two months of my attachment, and the opportunities to further develop my knowledge and skills in this field.


Monday, February 6, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on negotiation skills. The workshop covered topics such as negotiation strategies, communication skills, and the importance of preparation. We had the opportunity to practice our negotiation skills in mock scenarios, and the workshop was interactive and engaging. The workshop was challenging, but it helped me to improve my negotiation skills.

Skills Acquired: Negotiation skills, communication skills, and preparation.

Tuesday, February 7, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our program plan and presentation for the upcoming conference. We spent most of the day making final edits and ensuring that our presentation met all of the conference requirements. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my teamwork and project management skills.

Skills Acquired: Teamwork, project management, and attention to detail.

Wednesday, February 8, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on conflict transformation. The lecturer discussed the differences between conflict resolution and conflict transformation, and the importance of addressing the root causes of conflict. The lecture was informative, and it helped me to understand the complexities of conflict transformation.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of conflict transformation, analysis, and critical thinking.

Thursday, February 9, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the individual research project. My supervisor provided feedback on my paper and gave me some suggestions on how to improve it. We also discussed my progress towards my goals and set some new deadlines. The meeting was productive, and I left with a clear understanding of what I needed to do to improve my research project.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and time management.

Friday, February 10, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project, making revisions based on my supervisor's feedback. I spent most of the day revising my paper and ensuring that it met all of the program's assessment criteria. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my research and writing skills.

Skills Acquired: Research skills, writing skills, and attention to detail.

Monday, February 13, 2023: Today, I attended a seminar on conflict analysis. The speaker discussed the different methods of conflict analysis, such as the conflict tree and conflict mapping, and their relevance to conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The seminar was informative, and it helped me to understand the importance of conflict analysis in the field of conflict resolution.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of conflict analysis, analysis, and critical thinking.

Tuesday, February 14, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our presentation for the upcoming conference. We spent most of the day practicing our presentation delivery and making final adjustments. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my presentation and public speaking skills.

Skills Acquired: Presentation skills, public speaking, and teamwork.

Wednesday, February 15, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on nonviolent communication. The lecturer discussed the principles of nonviolent communication, such as empathy and active listening, and their relevance to conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The lecture was informative, and it helped me to understand the importance of nonviolent communication in the field of conflict resolution.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of nonviolent communication, empathy, and active listening.

Thursday, February 16, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the group project. My supervisor provided feedback on our presentation and gave us some suggestions on how to improve it. We also discussed our progress towards our goals and set some new deadlines. The meeting was productive, and I left with a clear understanding of what

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, teamwork, and goal-setting.

Friday, February 17, 2023: Today, I worked on my individual research project, making final revisions before submitting it. I spent most of the day ensuring that my paper met all of the program's assessment criteria and that I had properly cited my sources. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my research and writing skills.

Skills Acquired: Research skills, writing skills, and attention to detail.

Monday, February 20, 2023: Today was a holiday.

Tuesday, February 21, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on restorative justice. The workshop covered topics such as the principles of restorative justice, its application in different contexts, and the potential benefits of restorative justice practices. We had the opportunity to practice restorative justice techniques in role-playing scenarios. The workshop was informative and engaging, and it helped me to understand the potential of restorative justice practices in conflict resolution.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of restorative justice, analysis, and empathy.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our program plan and presentation for the upcoming conference. We spent most of the day rehearsing our presentation and ensuring that everything was in order for the conference. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my teamwork and public speaking skills.

Skills Acquired: Teamwork, presentation skills, and public speaking.

Thursday, February 23, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the individual research project. My supervisor provided feedback on my final paper and praised me for the improvements I made. We also discussed my future plans and the next steps in my academic journey. The meeting was productive, and I left with a sense of accomplishment.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and self-reflection.

Friday, February 24, 2023: Today, I attended a seminar on peacebuilding. The speaker discussed different approaches to peacebuilding, such as top-down and bottom-up strategies, and their potential impact on sustainable peace. The seminar was informative and helped me to understand the complexities of peacebuilding in different contexts.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of peacebuilding strategies, analysis, and critical thinking.

Monday, February 27, 2023: Today, I attended a lecture on conflict resolution in international relations. The lecturer discussed the different approaches to conflict resolution in international relations, such as diplomacy and mediation, and their potential benefits and limitations. The lecture was informative and helped me to understand the complexities of conflict resolution in the international arena.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of conflict resolution in international relations, analysis, and critical thinking.

Tuesday, February 28, 2023: Today, I worked on the group project with my peers, finalizing our presentation for the upcoming conference. We spent most of the day rehearsing our presentation and making final adjustments. The project was challenging, but it allowed me to improve my teamwork and public speaking skills.

Skills Acquired: Teamwork, presentation skills, and public speaking.

Wednesday, March 1, 2023: Today, I attended a workshop on intercultural communication. The workshop covered topics such as the importance of cultural competence in conflict resolution, the challenges of intercultural communication, and strategies to enhance intercultural communication skills. The workshop was interactive and engaging, and it helped me to understand the importance of intercultural communication in the field of conflict resolution.

Skills Acquired: Awareness of intercultural communication, empathy, and communication skills.

Thursday, March 2, 2023: Today, I had a one-on-one meeting with my supervisor to discuss my progress on the group project and the upcoming conference. My supervisor provided feedback on our presentation and offered suggestions for improvement. We also discussed the potential impact of our project on the conference attendees and the field of conflict resolution. The meeting was productive, and I left with a sense of direction and purpose.

Skills Acquired: Accepting feedback, goal-setting, and self-reflection.

Friday, March 3, 2023: We reviewed the conflict resolution skills learned during the week and completed a written assignment on applying these strategies to a hypothetical conflict scenario. 
Skills acquired=effective communication, cultural sensitivity, negotiation, and power analysis and management.






Friday, March 3, 2023: Today was the last day of the 12-week attachment. We had a closing ceremony where we presented our group project and individual research projects. It was an opportunity to showcase our skills and knowledge acquired during the program. We also received certificates of completion, and the program director gave a closing speech, encouraging us to continue making positive contributions to society through conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts.

Skills Acquired: Presentation skills, confidence, and sense of accomplishment.

In conclusion, the 12-week attachment program in conflict resolution and peace studies was a valuable learning experience. The program offered a wide range of activities, including lectures, workshops, seminars, group projects, and individual research projects, which helped to develop our skills and knowledge in the field. Through the program, I acquired skills such as critical thinking, analysis, empathy, communication, teamwork, goal-setting, and self-reflection, among others. I am grateful for this opportunity and confident that the skills and knowledge acquired will be useful in my future endeavors.

Challenges faced during the attachment and recommendations