Unyoke Foundation

The Unyoke Foundation (UF) aims to create opportunities for leaders and practitioners in the field of peacebuilding or conflict transformation to take off the yoke for a few days. The focus is on reflection and renewal; on a creative pause. The UF is deeply aware of the stressful and complex nature of the contexts and conflicts that peacebuilders f... ind themselves in. Peacebuilders invariably operate in contexts that are physically and/or emotionally draining. Furthermore, the dynamics of these conflicts are highly complex and fluid. Pre-fabricated methodologies, training modules and capacity building processes, despite their generic value, often fail to provide enough guidance regarding the best response to a specific situation. In short, peacebuilders are regularly required to rely on their own analysis of the situation, emotional intelligence, and personal resilience. They must carry their own "yoke", often under challenging personal and professional circumstances.Read More