Theater and Conflict Resolution: A Workshop with Dr. Guila Clara Kessous

Join us for a workshop with Dr. Guila Clara Kessous (GRS '08), Peace Ambassador, UNESCO Artist, and founder of the Sarah & Hajar Accords. Explore the art of conflict resolution through role play and learn how to deal better with obstructive behaviors such as passivity, aggressivity, and manipulation.

Dr. Kessous’s work draws on theater, positive psychology, the art of negotiation, and executive communication. Using drama techniques, she guides participants towards an ethical decision making process that is non-exploitative and empowering.

Guila Clara Kessous is a specialist in Arts and Human Rights. She created the “Theatre and Human Rights” curriculum at Paris Institute of Political Studies (SciencesPo Paris) and teaches the program at the Carr Center of the Kennedy School at Harvard University. She received a PhD from Boston University, working under the mentorship of Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel. In addition, she holds a State Diploma in Performing Art, an Executive MBA from ESSEC Business School and a Post-Doc from Harvard University. She is an active member of the Harvard University affiliated Institute of Coaching.