Michael Niconchuk, MSc

Michael Niconchuk (MSc) is a practitioner and researcher in psychosocial support, peacebuilding, and violence prevention. Trained in international relations and social cognition, Mike has spent 15 years accompanying people affected by conflict in Southwest Asia and Europe, working with community partners to develop, implement, and evaluate trauma recovery, protection, and restorative justice programs for adult refugees and those involved directly in violence. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed and policy papers on trauma, peacebuilding, and violent extremism.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Michael Niconchuk is the co-founder of Salama and receives royalties as a published author. He is an expert roster member of the United Nations Development Programme. Michael Niconchuk receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Michael Niconchuk is an advisor for the Center for the Study of Trauma and Radicalization. He is a board member of Tällberg Foundation and the #MeWe International, Inc.