What is the UCP Academy?

The UCP Academy is an education platform dedicated to providing integrative and accessible education and training opportunities to individuals and organisations globally to support the effectively implementation of Unarmed Civilian Protection strategies in diverse conflict dynamics.

Our Mission

The mission of the UCP Academy is to increase understanding of and access to the theory and practice of UCP and strengthen the capacities of individuals and communities worldwide to interrupt cycles of violence and support nonviolent responses to conflict.

What is UCP?

Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP) is the practice of unarmed civilians providing direct physical protection to other civilians before, during, or after violent conflict using nonviolent strategies that are grounded in locally embedded responses and proactive engagement with key stakeholders to create safe space and prevent harm to vulnerable populations so they can better address their own needs, solve their own conflicts, and protect those at risk of harm or death.

Core Components of Unarmed
Civilian Protection (The UCP Tree)

From introductory to advanced level offerings, our courses illustrate the interconnected aspects of Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP).

Advisory Team

Dr. Berit Bliesemann de Guevera, Professor of International Politics at Aberystwyth University
Anchana Heemmina, Founder, Duay Jai Group
Laura Jiménez Ospina, Research Assistant, Creating Safer Spaces
Dr. Rachel Julien, Professor of International Relations, Peacebuilding, and Development at Leeds Beckett University
Eliane Lakam, DC Peace Team
Dr. Nerve Macaspac, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Global Affairs, College of Staten Island
Huibert Oldenhuis, Head of Global Programming, Nonviolent Peaceforce
Robert Rivers, Global UCP Training Manager, Nonviolent Peaceforce
Dr. Bernard Sakah, Director, Big Steps Outreach Network

Curious About Unarmed Civilian Protection?

Let us know how we can assist you. Whether it’s about our courses, our mission, or UCP strategies, we’re happy to answer your questions.