For You — Katrien Hertog

Speaking Events & Webinars

Psychosocial Peacebuilding — from concept to practice

Dr. Hertog is available for keynotes, panel discussions, and webinars on a range of psychosocial peacebuilding themes. Each talk draws on rigorous research, lived field experience, and practical frameworks that audiences can apply directly.

Available Themes

Presentation of the book "Psychosocial Peacebuilding: A Guide into the Heart of Sustainable Peace"
Psychosocial peacebuilding theory, conceptualisation, and paradigm
Psychosocial peacebuilding in practice
Offender rehabilitation and reducing recidivism
Preventing and countering violent extremism and reintegration of ex-combatants
Social cohesion, polarisation, and reconciliation
Conflict prevention and resolution
Trauma relief and healing

For speaker and training requests:

katrien.hertog@iahv.org

Training for Organisations

Towards Integrated Peacebuilding — psychosocial wellbeing, knowledge, and skills for increased impact.

A training programme designed by experienced practitioners and peace workers for professionals in the field — addressing a critical component of effective peacebuilding far too often overlooked. The integration of a strong personal experiential component with professional skills training makes this a uniquely powerful programme.

"When I am self-aware of my own biases, perceptions, thought processes and my whole being, then the real issues as presented by the parties are handled and peace follows."

— Training participant, Kenya

Participants Will

Gain confidence and skills to integrate psychosocial approaches in peacebuilding projects
Deepen and refine peacebuilding expertise
Strengthen physical, mental, and emotional resilience
Integrate important innovation in peacebuilding practice
Experience inner peace in the midst of conflict

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Professional Care Training

Resilience, stress management, and self-care for professionals.

A short, effective training providing evidence-based tools for professionals to improve stress management, personal resilience, wellbeing, performance capacity, and prevent burnout. Designed for those working in demanding fields where sustained capacity matters.

Benefits

Improved health, immunity, sleep — reduced anxiety, depression, and burnout
Increased energy levels and sense of rejuvenation
Deep release of chronic and accumulated stress, trauma, and healing
Access to inner peace in the midst of conflict
Better clarity of mind and greater focus
Improved ability to manage challenging situations and people

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Learn the SKY Breathing Technique

The evidence-based practice at the heart of IAHV's psychosocial peacebuilding work.

Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) uses specific cyclical, rhythmic patterns of breath to bring the mind and body into a relaxed, yet energized state. This evidence-based technique is at the heart of IAHV's psychosocial peacebuilding work around the world.

Anywhere in the World

Find a course near you through the Art of Living Foundation. Select your country and city to see upcoming programmes.

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With Katrien Hertog

Learn directly from Dr. Hertog in one of her upcoming workshops. Check her schedule for dates and availability.

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