Social Cohesion & Communities
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Our Services
Supporting transformation in social cohesion and communities
The OICD offers a comprehensive suite of services that equip professionals working in community development, social integration, and intercultural dialogue with powerful identity-based tools to build trust, foster belonging, and strengthen social cohesion.
Workshops & Training
Develop practical skills in community engagement, intercultural dialogue, and building inclusive communities.
Key Benefits
- Develop practical skills for community integration and conflict resolution.
- Collaboratively develop strategies for inclusive community building.
- Practice navigating diverse identity landscapes.
- Master techniques for fostering intercultural understanding.
- Build community resilience to division and fragmentation.
Format
- Flexible in-person or online delivery
Ideal for
- Community organizers, civil society leaders, intercultural dialogue facilitators, social cohesion program managers.
Implementation & Advisory
Implement comprehensive strategies for strengthening social cohesion, fostering belonging, and building inclusive communities.
Key Benefits
- Develop evidence-based strategies for building social cohesion.
- Design and implement programs to foster intercultural understanding.
- Strengthen community resilience to division and fragmentation.
- Promote inclusive community development initiatives.
- Receive ongoing expert guidance and support.
Format
- Customized in-person, hybrid, or online delivery
Ideal for
- Local governments, NGOs, community organizations, international development agencies.
Professional Development (EMIC Certification)
Gain advanced expertise in identity-based approaches to social cohesion and community development.
Key Benefits
- Master advanced techniques for identity mapping and analysis in community settings.
- Develop expertise in designing and implementing identity-aware social cohesion initiatives.
- Gain skills in fostering intercultural dialogue and building inclusive communities.
- Become a certified EMIC practitioner in social cohesion and community development.
- Join a network of professionals working to build stronger, more inclusive communities.
Format
- Structured certification program with flexible delivery
Ideal for
- Experienced practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and leaders in the field.
Learn More About the OICD's Unique EMIC Approach