Sharing peacemaking lessons
Conciliation Resources believes that comparative information on peace processes is an essential resource for effective peacemaking.
Four years ago we began a new ‘comparative learning’ project to help improve understanding about peace processes. Working in partnership with civil society organizations in Colombia and the Philippines we have:
- presented and discussed findings from various Accord publications with people involved in these peace processes
- shared insights and learned from their responses to further develop themes and policy recommendations rooted in practical experience
- reflected on how facilitating comparative learning can work, and drawn out new thinking on cross-cutting issues
- challenged policymakers with alternative and practice-based viewpoints on conflicts and peacemaking
Workshops in Colombia and the Philippines have so far covered the following topics:
- engaging armed groups
- third party involvement in peace processes
- frameworks for conflict resolution
We have also produced translations of relevant Accord publications and cases studies, along with a series of reflections papers on these themes.
In 2009 our partners identified 'resuming peace processes: looking for new opportunities' as an area for joint research and activities. Workshops and meetings were held in the Philippines and Colombia in July and August 2009.
Contact Kristian Herbolzheimer, our Adviser on Peace Processes for more information.
