Shaping Peace Together: Speed-Networking on Careers in Multilateral Cooperation

Welcoming the opportunity to engage with motivated young individuals and to support initiatives that encourage the next generation to contribute meaningfully to peacebuilding efforts globally, Ambassador Potzel highlighted the European Union’s commitment to conflict prevention, mediation, and sustaining peace, as well as the diverse career paths available within EU institutions and partner organizations. The panel discussion further featured Sahar Ammar, Program Officer with Swisspeace's Dealing with the Past team, Elio Azar, Special Initiatives Manager at the Principles for Peace Foundation and Jessica Caus, Associate Project Coordinator at UNIDIR: Managing Exits from Armed Conflict, who all shared insights into their professional journeys and reflected on the challenges and opportunities within the peacebuilding sector.

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After the panel, students engaged directly with the professionals in interactive small-group sessions, posing candid questions about career development, required skills, and navigating entry into international careers.