Advancing human security through mediation: strengthening cooperation with partners

Session Description: Drawing from the experience of the European Union, United Nations, civil society and Member States, this panel will explore how peace mediation and people-centred security models can be mutually reinforcing. 

Moderator: Jibecke Joensson, Head, EU Affairs and Brussels Office, CMI Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation & EPLO Steering Committee member 

Panellists:

• Katariina Leinonen, Head of Division, Integrated Approach for Peace and Security, EEAS   

• Sean Kane, Team Leader, United Nations Mediation Support Unit  

• Olof Skoog, EU Special Representative for Human Rights   

• Sarah Flood, Deputy Director, Peace and Stability Unit, Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland  

• Esther Omam, Executive Director, Reach Out Cameroon