Political Geography: Africa / Topic: Conflict Resolution

Author:: David O'Brien
Publication Date:: 04-1999
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Center on International Cooperation
Abstract:: The emergence of an international humanitarian system, the codification of international humanitarian law and the corresponding creation of supportive organizations, is arguably one of the most welcomed forms of multilateralism in the 20th century. At the close of this century, billions of dollars are raised annually by the UN system to alleviate the suffering caused by natural disasters and war but this financial support is declining and increasingly unable to meet humanitarian needs. This declining resource base, along with a search to diversify sources of funding and the recognition that some emergencies receive adequate attention while others do not, raises question for the need for new burden-sharing arrangements.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, Security, Development, Ethnic Conflict, International Cooperation, International Organization, and United Nations
Political Geography:: Africa

Author:: Marta Martinelli
Publication Date:: 03-1998
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Danish Institute for International Studies
Abstract:: In 1993 Bouthros Bouthros-Ghali expressed his admiration for the methods performed by a group of Catholic peace-lovers, called Community of Sant'Egidio, in their attempts at mediating a deep rooted conflict like the one in Mozambique. He said: " The Community of Sant'Egidio has developed techniques which are different but at the same time complementary to those performed by professional peace-makers. The Community has discreetly worked in Mozambique for years, towards a peaceful adjustment to the situation...It has practised its techniques characterised by confidentiality and informality, together and in harmony with the official work of international governments and inter-governmental organisations. Starting from the Mozambican experience the term "Italian formula" is used to explain this mixture, unique in its kind, of commitment to peace, governmental and not. Respect for the parties to the conflict and all those involved in the field is fundamental for these initiatives to be successful"
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, Diplomacy, and Peace Studies
Political Geography:: Africa, Italy, and Mozambique

Author:: Jimmy Carter
Publication Date:: 02-1993
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: The Carter Center
Abstract:: On the following pages, the reader will find a comprehensive summary of the 1993 International Negotiation Network (INN) Consultation, "Resolving Intra-National Conflicts: A Strengthened Role for Intergovernmental Organizations."
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, International Cooperation, and United Nations
Political Geography:: Africa, Eastern Europe, and Asia

Author:: Dayle E. Spencer and William J. Spencer
Publication Date:: 11-1992
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: The Carter Center
Abstract:: For several years The Carter Center of Emory University's (CCEU) Conflict Resolution Program has been engaged in developing an International Negotiation Network (INN) to alleviate the tremendous suffering resulting from intranational conflicts. Our efforts have led to the convening of direct negotiation between warring parties engaged in prolonged conflicts. We have been involved in activities advancing free elections and elections monitoring where such efforts have helped to facilitate the peaceful transfer of power in previously conflict-burdened countries. We have been involved in quiet, back-channel linkages of disputing parties and resources available to them. Some of our efforts have received widespread media coverage. However, the vast majority of our work has not been widely known.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies
Political Geography:: Africa

Publication Date:: 01-1992
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: The Carter Center
Abstract:: This report is a summary of the inaugural consultation of the International Negotiation Network (INN), held at The Carter Center of Emory University CCEU), in Atlanta, Georgia, January 14-17, 1992. The consultation brought together over 200 invited guests from 40 countries and more than 150 organizations or governments. It was made possible through the generous support of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, and shaped in part by that foundation's president, David Hamburg, who has served as one of the INN's advisors.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, Human Rights, and Sovereignty
Political Geography:: Africa, New York, Europe, Asia, and Georgia

Author:: The Carter Center
Publication Date:: 03-1988
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: The Carter Center
Abstract:: When one examines all the foreign policy issues likely to face the next U.S. administration, southern Africa, while inherently difficult, may be the most promising of all in terms of actually influencing positive developments and obtaining measurable results in a short time span. Current policies have begun to capitalize on a tentative movement among nations in the region to address certain situations which are prohibiting stabilization. However, with the existence of an international consensus concerning the illegality of the occupation of Namibia and the dehumanization of the policy of apartheid more could be done to advance a multilateral approach toward southern Africa. In short, a real opportunity to bring peace to a troubled region is being missed. Part of the problem is lack of accurate information and understanding of what is happening in the region. Advocacy and passion have often clouded or distorted reality.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution and Foreign Policy
Political Geography:: Africa and United States

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