scholarly journals Externe Expertise und lokale Wirklichkeit – Ambivalenzen des lokal-global-Paradigmas im Irak am Beispiel irakischer Frauenorganisationen

2017 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annika Henrizi
Keyword(s):  
Women Activists ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
The Us ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
External Actors ◽  
External Intervention ◽  
Local Perspectives ◽  
Democratic Country

Abstract. External intervention in Iraq has been widely criticised by practitioners and academics: The armed invasion of the US and its allies in 2003 aimed at toppling the Baath Regime and transforming Iraq into a democratic country. While it succeeded in ending the Baath regime, Iraq is far from doing well concerning security, economy and political progress. This situation is often represented as at least partly due to the failure of the US to integrate local perspectives and to pay attention to local needs. Against that backdrop the paper analyses how local actors – in my case non-governmental women's organisations – perceive and interact with international actors and knowledge frameworks. My empirical data show that the assessment of external engagement from a local perspective is far more ambivalent than a binary reading of local vs. external/global as persistent in peace and conflict studies suggests. I break with this binary reading by introducing three concepts to this debate – relations, heterogeneity and assessment of external actors. Thus, I aim to draw a more nuanced picture of the role of external expertises for the Iraqi society as it is perceived by women activists.

Theory of Institutional Peace and Peacebuilding in Transboundary River Basins

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reihane Nofeli ◽  
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Seyede Simin Mirhashemi Dehkordi ◽  
Hojjat Mianabadi
Keyword(s):  
River Basins ◽  
International Level ◽  
Water Conflicts ◽  
Transboundary River ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Transboundary River Basins ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
Positive Effect

ABSTRACT Social developments have led to prompt the significance of concentrating on peace and the factors influencing it throughout history. In order to analyze this concept, various theories have been proposed in the field of international relations and peace and conflict studies. Institutional peace theory is one of the prominent theories that emphasizes the role of international institutions to achieve meaningful change and cooperation among governments at the international level. Most researchers in the field of environmental challenges in general and water challenges in particular have also based liberal institutionalism in their research at the international level. Attention to the role of institutions in dealing with water conflicts and peacebuilding in transboundary river basins has led to the need to analyze the theory of institutional peace in the management of water conflicts. Accordingly, the purpose of the present study is to analyze the capacity of institutional peace theory in dealing with water conflicts in transboundary river basins. With this goal in view, while using library resources, the effectiveness of institutional peace theory in the management of water conflicts is analyzed. Based on the analyses, it can be acknowledged that despite the positive effect of water institutions in relieving water conflicts in some river basins, there are significant criticisms of this theory. KEYWORDS: Water Conflicts, Institutional Peace, Transboundary river basins, Institutionalism

scholarly journals Introduction

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 125-129
Author(s):  
Josepha Ivanka Wessels
Keyword(s):  
Special Section ◽  
Digital Age ◽  
Conflict Studies ◽  
Digital Space ◽  
Enabling Environment ◽  
Digital Memory ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
War And Conflict

The arrival of the Digital Age added a new way to preserve memories of war and conflict. These developments beg deeper reflection on the role of cyberspace and how memories of conflict have become publicly and collectively owned, shared and mediated in the digital space. Cyberspace offers a context for the deposit of digital memorials for victims and casualties of war from any adversary in a conflict. The final workshop in a three-part exploratory series entitled Virtual Zones of Peace and Conflict is the basis for this special section, which deals with digital memory. The three articles were selected because they reflect on the role of the Digital Age in peace and conflict studies, and specifically focus on the intersection between online (virtual) and offline (physical) realities and how cyberspace forms an enabling environment for digital memorializations.

scholarly journals “The Problem from Hell”: Examining the Role of Peace and Conflict Studies for Genocide Intervention and Prevention

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Cormier ◽  
Peter Karari ◽  
Alka Kumar ◽  
Robin Neustaeter ◽  
Jodi Read ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
The Face ◽  
The Will ◽  
The U.S ◽  
Do So

Genocide is one of the most challenging problems of our age. In her book, “A Problem from Hell:” America and the Age of Genocide, Samantha Power (2002) argues that the United States, while in a position to intervene in genocide, has lacked the will to do so, and therefore it is incumbent on the U.S. citizenry to pressure their government to act. This article reviews how the topic of genocide raises questions along the fault lines of the field of Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS). In this article, a framework is provided to examine genocide and responses to it. This includes a review of a multiplicity of factors that (a) facilitate genocide, (b) constrain action in the face of it, and (c) facilitate intervention. In this analysis, further consideration is given to the location of the actor either within the region of the conflict or external to it. Our goal is to situate the study of genocide in the PACS field and promote to the articulation of possibilities for intervention by individuals, organizations, and policymakers.

The role of linguistics in peace and conflict studies

1987 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-97 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Clyne
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict

Abstract This paper discusses various meanings of the word “peace” and its equivalents in a variety of languages. It argues that “peace” has developed as the marked alternative to “war”. It investigates the consequences of this use of language and suggests actions that linguists might take to reduce the markedness of “peace” at the international, national and interpersonal levels.

scholarly journals The Role of Silence and Avoidance in Interpersonal Conflict

2004 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexia Georgakopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Management ◽  
Interpersonal Conflict ◽  
Emotional Experience ◽  
Conflict Studies ◽  
Effective Strategies ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
Dispositional Properties

Conflict is an inevitable process in relationships. Effective strategies must be used to manage conflict accordingly. If one is to understand how to incorporate effective strategies when dealing with conflict, the emotional experience related to conflict must be understood. The expression of anger is the emotion most associated with conflict; therefore, anger is an important emotion in the assessment of conflict. Anger is associated with arousal that may be traced to have its roots in the evolution of humankind. The emotion of anger is in part biological which links it to dispositional properties and to another extent largely communicative as it has expressive properties. From a communication perspective, fight and flight responses can be modified to contribute to more productive forms of conflict management. This paper argues that avoidance and silence are strategies that are viewed negatively in Western Cultures; however, these strategies can in fact be effective strategies in promoting peace in relationships when conflict arises. Peace and Conflict Studies - 85

The role of knowledge intermediaries in co-managed innovations

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (8) ◽  
pp. 951-961 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiara Cantù ◽  
Juho Ylimäki ◽  
Charlotta Agneta Sirén ◽  
David Nickell
Keyword(s):  
Value Added ◽  
Shared Vision ◽  
Local Economy ◽  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Business ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Horizontal Networks ◽  
External Actors

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate how technological hubs (THs), defined as knowledge intermediaries, can assist companies in creating successful partnerships to develop innovations. Specifically, the authors ask how THs can help firms connect with horizontal networks and how THs can assist firms on finding suppliers and customers from the vertical network with whom to collaborate. By answering these two main questions, the paper sheds light on the important role of THs and its incubators as knowledge intermediaries in innovation co-creation. Design/methodology/approach – The research is founded on a longitudinal case study of an Italian technologic hub, ComoNExT, that aims to improve the competitiveness of its local economy. Specific attention is given to the role of the incubator that was formed as a joint effort in the technology hub. Findings – The authors find that THs can facilitate networking among tenants and among tenants and external actors within the same epistemic network. The TH that the authors studied is characterized by a new business model that is founded on providing value-added services and networking. The TH sustains the networking at different levels: within tenants, with local actors, extra-local and international actors. The authors’ analysis suggest that THs become knowledge intermediaries who allow firms to identify innovation parties and transform them into innovation partners and, thus, outline the shift from outsourced innovation to co-managed innovation. Originality/value – The paper shows how knowledge intermediaries facilitate the intermediation between heterogeneous organizations who are located at different network positions and characterized by relational proximity that is the basis for reaching effective innovation. The research depicts how knowledge intermediaries reinforce the drivers of a co-membership network to co-create innovation to improve the strength of a relationship characterized by a shared vision.

Rethinking Peace Mediation

2021 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
Third Parties ◽  
Armed Conflicts ◽  
Third Party ◽  
Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace Processes ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
Mediation Practice

This pioneering work offers important insights into peace mediation practice today and the role of third parties in the resolution of armed conflicts. The authors reveal how peace mediation has developed into a complex arena and how multifaced assistance has become an indispensable part of it. Offering unique reflections on the new frameworks set out by the United Nations, the book explores the challenges and the opportunities of third- party involvement in conflict resolution. With its policy focus and real-world examples from across the globe, this collection is essential reading for researchers of peace and conflict studies, and a go-to reference point for advisors involved in peace processes.

scholarly journals 10th Anniversary Compendium of Peace and Conflict Studies Authors and Topics

2003 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joshia Osamba
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Intergroup Relations ◽  
Ethnic Politics ◽  
International Conflicts ◽  
10Th Anniversary ◽  
Peace And Conflict Studies ◽  
Doctoral Candidate ◽  
Peace And Conflict ◽  
The Us ◽  
African Journal

Joshia Osamba is a doctoral candidate in the DCAR at NSU. He is a former Fulbright fellow (2000-2002). Prior to coming to the US he was a lecturer of history at Egerton University (Kenya). His areas of research interest are ethnopolitical conflicts, governance, international conflicts, and indigenous approaches to conflict resolution. He has published articles in the Accord African Journal in Conflict Resolution, Nationalism and Ethnic Politics, Journal of Intergroup Relations, and ILSA Journal of International and Contemporary Law.

Preliminary Report on the Research of “Activity Centers” in Taidong, Taiwan

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-125
Author(s):  
Petr Janda
Keyword(s):  
Preliminary Report ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Traditional Beliefs ◽  
Aboriginal Communities ◽  
Religious Significance ◽  
Local Actors ◽  
Symbolic Value ◽  
Suitable Location

This report presents current research on aboriginal activity centers in Taidong County, Taiwan, primarily in the townships of Chishang and Yanping with over 30% of the population being of aboriginal ancestry. Taidong County is the region with the most distinctive aboriginal communities in Taiwan. The research attempts to identify the actors behind the operation of such centers and their significance for aboriginal communities. The research investigates the process of selecting suitable location for the facilities, the specific features of such centers, the potential religious significance of the locations including the role of traditional beliefs in predominantly Christian aboriginal communities, the symbolic value of structures built in the traditional style for construction of ethnicity and financing that enables the construction of the facilities and the organization of the festivities held in them. The principle research method used was interviews with local actors including local representatives, organizers of festivities, as well as members of local communities. The research began in 2017.

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