How are Nonviolent Peaceforce Field Members trained?
All field team members must attend a core training lasting four weeks. In addition project-specific training of three to eight weeks is provided, prior to deployment. Training includes local language(s), cultural sensitization, exposure to the nature of the conflict, and ways to engage participants peacefully. When appropriate, highly visible participants such as Nobel Peace Prize winners, religious leaders and former government leaders will be recruited as Nonviolent Peaceforce field members. Each field member commits to serving two years, or joins a reserve with a commitment to contribute a minimum of six months over a 3 year period. Field members and their support personnel are paid while on duty, and in addition, since the risk of death or injury is present in non-violent interventions, Nonviolent Peaceforce is currently exploring the issue of providing death and injury benefits to Nonviolent Peaceforce field members. Site deployments will be evaluated with great care, however, and
