Because the potential for broader change is inherent in any episode of conflict, from personal to structural levels, the lenses can easily be applied to a. Conflict translates environmental and social risk into. The centre for conflict dynamicsccd 2009 views conflict transformation as a process by which. The second sec presents a basic framework for how to start designing a conflict transformation process. Conflict transformation by peaceful means the transcend. Pdf conflict resolution and conflict transformation. Conflict transformation, in contrast, places a greater weight on. Conflict analysis or conflict assessment is an initial stage of conflict resolution in which parties seek to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics in their relationship when there is a disagreement in the methods used to achieve an end result, and there is a disparity between a unified vision and direction, opposing sides are subject to conflict. Conflict analysis or conflict assessment is an initial stage of conflict resolution in which parties seek to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics in their relationship. Over the past decade, high commodity prices have fueled the expansion of mining and hydrocarbon extraction. This is largely based on research that reveals statistical correlations between gender inequality and state militarism, and gender inequality and civil war caprioli, 2000. In 2005, a manual for conflict analysis and peacebuild ing was. An introduction to conflict transformation this opening chapter presents some key definitions and concepts in conflict transformation in order to situate the methods discussed in the rest of this report within a broad theoretical framework.
Instead of seeing conflict as a problem to be managed and resolved, the process of conflict transformation evokes. Conflict resolution and peacebuilding as distinct fields of research, analysis, and action emerged out of this situation as it became increasingly apparent that integrated approaches. Conflict management in communitybased natural resource. About gsdrc gsdrc is a partnership of research institutes, thinktanks and consultancy organisations with expertise in governance, social development, humanitarian and conflict issues. Centre for international development and conflict management. The paper considers the concept of conflict transformation in relation to earlier ideas concerning the resolution of conflict and seeks to differentiate between the two approaches. Each of the six sections of the wheel can be further analysed using tools presented below or references to other tip sheets. Another example is the institute for integrative con. Conflict transformation goes beyond merely seeking to contain and manage conflict, instead seeking to transform the root causes themselves or the perceptions of the root causes of a particular conflict. An episode of conflict is the visible expression of conflict rising within the relationship or system, usually within a distinct time frame. Finally, of course conflict transformation involves reconstruction and reconciliation. Conflict prevention and peace building mdgf thematic study page 6 support national dialogue processes as in nicaragua or honduras to prevent and transform the impact of conflicts on the basis of consensus. Contents preface ix part i concepts and analysis 1 1 approaches to understanding conflict 3 the nature of conflict 5 the context of defining conflict 6 sociopsychological dynamics 9 conflict situations 10 intractable conflict 12 constructive versus destructive conflict root causes of conflict 15 levels of analysis 16 overview 18 2 conflict analysis framework 20. It has been further elaborated by the west africa network for peacebuilding wanepghana and the centre for conflict research ccrkenya as part of a undesa programme on capacity building for conflict management.
Studies in this report do not question that adequate conflict analysis for mediation is the ideal scenario. It generates attention and energy around a set of issues that need response. Strengthening understanding through dialogue is a conflict analysis that takes a peacebuilding approach to the korean peninsula conflict. Participants will learn about mediation skills and how to design programs for conflict transformation and peacebuilding as well as contribute to networks for. A seminar report by the centre for conflict resolution observes. Formed in 2002 as the coalition on conflict management trust, the organisation transformed into the centre for conflict management and transformation ccmt in 2003.
Development and conflict paul collier centre for the study of african economies, department of economics, oxford university october 1st, 2004. Conflict transformation is a comprehensive approach that addresses personal, relational, structural, and cultural dimensions of conflict, using the potential for conflict as a catalyst for positive change in all of these areas. Conflict transformation in practice center for security studies. Contrary to coventional wisdom, cultures can be transformed 1 why transform. Mediation and conflict transformation mediation support network. S institute of peaces center for applied conflict transformation act is built on the premise that there are common tools and approaches to peacebuilding that are adaptive, but applicable to peacebuilding globally. Conflict analysis sudan, chad and the central african republic 3 table of contents 1 prior remarks on the methodology 7 2 introduction and executive summary 8 3 chad 10 3. The field of conflict analysis and resolution is primarily defined as ideas about and applications of ways in which conflicts can be addressed constructively. Transform research transform offers social, economic and. The lessons of our experience 1 the history of change management teaches us that a simple recipe does not work. This trend, which involves the use of preventive diplomacy efforts, mediation, peace support operations, peacekeeping, peacebuilding and postconflict reconstruction and development efforts, has situated africa. At the very least, the foundations of a theory of conflict transformation have now been laid. In order to streamline the conflict analysis process for lesscomplex cases, i recom mend a different approach, which is a probabilityweighted batna and watna.
The focus of this paper over 120 participants, from ireland and overseas, took part in the international peer learning conference, civil society, conflict transformation and peace building, in belfast november 2014. These developments profoundly transform environments, communities, and econ. An analysis of conflict resolution techniques in journal of conflict resolution, 261, pp. Traditionally the emphasis has been on conflict resolution and conflict management methods, which focus on reducing or defusing outbreaks of hostility. The goal of the whole exercise, conflict transformation, is explored at global, social and interintrapersonal levels. Participants will learn to create inclusive spaces and engage in a range of activities to build their skills in nonviolent communication, conflict analysis, and conflict resolution. International alert believes that is important to incorporate the principles and practices of conflict analysis and conflict sensitivity into mission work. Conflict analysis and conflict sensitivity is a new course in the entri projectspecialization for civilian crisis management. Conflict transformation is a concept designed to reframe the way in which peacebuilding initiatives are discussed and pursued, particularly in contexts of ethnic conflict. Conflict analysis summary burundi 2014 page 3 underlying causes and key dynamics of violent conflict at the national level the reports identified the following conflict drivers as key factors in. Transcend media service tms is our platform for exclusive analysis, research and policy comment on local and global affairs. Our experience with clients has helped us identify themes and patterns, tools and models that.
The organisation has recognised the need to establish institutional structures to engage in a robust approach to peacebuilding and reconstruction in the drc. Linking conflict analysis to mediation and conflict. Political economy analysis is concerned with the interaction of political and economic processes in a society. The methodology presented below has emerged from an expert consultation on conflict analysis convened by fewer in early 2001. The current era has witnessed the increasing need by the african union au and subregional organisations to be more involved as first responders to conflict situations in the region. Ccmts vision is a society where people actively participate in creating social and economic justice by managing and transforming all forms of conflict constructively. Conflict transformation also involves transforming the way conflicts are expressed, it may be expressed competitively, aggressively or violently or it may be expressed through nonviolent advocacy, coalition or attempted cooperation lederach 1998. This analysis applies systems thinking to the conflict in kachin state and presents a community perspective of the present conflict situation, as well as opportunities for peace, based on and informed by a series of conversations with community leaders in myitkyina, the state capital. The systemic approach to conflict transformation berghof.
Training for conflict transformation an overview of. Oxfam novibs activities relating to conflict transformation. Conflict transformation by peaceful means the transcend method. Berghof research center for constructive conflict management some extent the following analysis of protracted conflicts in the international arena may also. Context analysis tool national democratic institute. Communitybased conflict transformation and peacebuilding. Integrating conflict analysis and other forms of assessment 5. Development cooperation, mission and diacony conflict transformation. Conflict scan methodology search for common ground. Conflict analysis is the systematic study of the profile. However, some of these terminological approaches have distinct implications for the outcome of a conflict. The field of conflict resolution and conduct of foreign policy since the mid1990s and early 2000s, several conceptual frameworks have been introduced to illustrate different uses of conflict resolution strategies in a changing world.
A systemic approach to conflict transformation should therefore be seen as a process which rarely leads to a stable reference point but rather to a corridor of different kinds of mitigation, settlement and reescalation ibid. This context analysis tool, developed as a companion to the political party programming guide, is designed to help meet that challenge. Applied conflict transformation center united states. Sadc has attempted to make a meaningful contribution to combating violence in the drc. For peace transformation the conflict context has to be brought in through such measures as education and journalism. As the conflict escalates especially if it turns violent, transformation may depend on some kind of crisis management or intervention and later it may require conciliation, mediation, negotiation, arbitration and collaborative problem solvingprocesses. Conflict transformation is a longterm, gradual and complex process, requiring sustained engagement and interaction. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Berghof research center for constructive conflict management edited version. Civil society, conflict transformation and peace building. However, systemic approaches are relevant not simply because they reflect the complexity of systems, but rather because they. Nevertheless it is also true that a wide variety of theoretical approaches are in use among different schools of thought and practice in the field. The lenses of conflict transformation focus on the potential for constructive change emergent from and catalyzed by the rise of social conflict. Policy paper achieving conflict transformation oxfam novib.
This module uncovers a deeper awareness of what conflict is, its underlying opportunities, and the concept of conflict transformation. Training for conflict transformation an overview of approaches beatrix austin 1. However, experience has shown that several gaps remain within academia and in practice, in ensuring that conflict analysis makes its necessary contribution to the design of mediation processes. We provide applied knowledge services on demand and online. A circular journey with a purpose together in conflict transformation. In the summary, the benefits of systemic conflict transformation for donor. The analysis focuses on the four governments that are party to the conflict the democratic peoples republic of korea, the republic of korea, the united states, and the peoples republic of china and. Sadc interventions in the democratic republic of the congo. With an overview of the literature on the term conflict transformation, as opposed to conflict resolution, the article considers the semantic nuances and operational differences between these two terms. Our findings and recommendations have helped improve delivery, profitability and sustainability. Each meet ing has a primary topical focus that is jointly decided by all network members. A systemic approach to conflict transformation takes specific account of the high level of complexity and the multidimensionality of conflict systems, both in conflict analysis and when planning intervention. Joseph fayeye is an associate professor at the centre for peace. Our aim is to bring about a more peaceful world by using action, educationtraining, dissemination and research.
Transform works to fully understand our clients needs and to develop this understanding into strong, long term relationships. It is often thought of as the opposite of cooperation and peace, and is most commonly associated with violence, the threat of violence or disruptive nonviolent disputes. Pdf conflict transformation laurent goetschel academia. How to note on political economy analysis july version final. Writers and writings from the conflict transformation school are surveyed and an effort is made to delineate the core characteristics of the approach, viewed either as a process or an end state. Because the potential for broader change is inherent in any episode of conflict, from personal to structural levels, the lenses can easily be applied to a wide range of conflicts. Many terms are frequently, and almost interchangeably, used in the field of conflict resolution to describe the activities and processes that bring conflict to an end.
We aim to provide research expertise that has a practical purpose helping to achieve clients objectives. While some types of assessments focus on identifying the key characteristics of a. The dynamics of conflict in the triborder region of sudan. Igbohausa feud that began after the military coup and countercoup of 1966, culminating in the civil war in 1967, efikibibio conflict, tivjukun debacle, fulanibirom clashes, and itsekiriurhoboijaw conflict in the niger delta. Achieving conflict transformation oxfam digital repository. It is primarily intended for use by assistance providers and others who may be involved in context analyses for party support. We serve as the hub of the institutes common resources for governments, organizations, and individuals seeking to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict worldwide.
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