Gregor Maaß

CONSULTANT

in conflict transformation and peacebuilding

Profile

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As a consultant and trainer I support civil society groups and state actors in conflict transformation. I have been working in this field since the early 2000s, both working in projects directly and in an advisory capacity.

 

I became interested in conflicts because they can serve as a catalyst for progress and change when old patterns don´t work anymore. I have also seen situations in which conflicts can be destructive, especially when violence is employed. In these circumstances, working with people committed to justice and peace has been a source of further motivation for my work.

My services include support for project planning and implementation, analysis and research, providing strategic advice for conflict interventions and conducting training. Linking theory and practice is particularly important for my conceptual and methodological work.

 

Information about my projects and references can be found in my portfolio and are available to download.

Services

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Conflict analysis and research

Peacebuilding requires sound analysis and research. I conduct analytical studies for all stages of the project cycle: for project design and preparation, during implementation, and after the completion of the project. My areas of expertise include conflict analysis, exploratory assessments, feasibility studies, research and evaluations.

Project planning

The success of conflict transformation projects depends on comprehensive planning from the first stage on. I support programme and project planning, with an emphasis on the participation of partners, conflict sensitivity and impact orientation.

Concept development

If you require an in-house concept, or if you want to analyse a project experience, I will work to develop coherent concepts in collaboration with your team, considering the current state of the art and that contribute to the development of new conflict transformation approaches.

Risk and security management

Projects that aim to achieve relevant changes in the context of a conflict affect the interests of the conflict actors. In consequence, intervening in the conflict dynamic may involve security risks for the organisation, personnel and partners. I support projects in assessing risks correctly and help teams to learn to manage them accordingly.

Facilitation and mediation

I facilitate planning and strategy workshops, exchanges, meetings and conferences. As a qualified mediator I also provide professional support in dealing with conflicts. When old patterns don´t work anymore, conflict can be a source of opportunity for change in teams and organisations. My support aims to facilitate constructive communication towards the development of creative and sustainable solutions.

Training

I conduct trainings on various topics of conflict management, particularly related to project planning and to mediation as a structured process for conflict transformation. My workshops follow a participatory approach and adapt to the specific needs of participants.

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Contact

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Gregor Maaß, Langhansstraße 86, 13086 Berlin, Germany

 

 

Phone:
+49 (0)30 – 76282812

 

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Mobile:
+49 (0)157 – 52940031

 

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