Sharing lessons from peace processes: Comparative learning project
Conciliation Resources believes that comparative information on peace processes is an essential resource for effective peacemaking strategies.
In 2005 we started work on a new ‘comparative learning’ project to support interactive learning about peace processes. Working in partnership with civil society organizations in Colombia and the Philippines we:
- presented and discussed findings from various Accord publications to provide new knowledge for people involved in both 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 drew out new thinking on cross-cutting issues
- challenged policymakers with alternative and practice-based viewpoints on conflicts and peacemaking
Workshops took place in Colombia and the Philippines on the following subjects: engaging armed groups, third party involvement in peace processes, and frameworks for conflict resolution. The project produced translations of relevant Accord publications and cases drawn from them, plus a series of reflections papers on the workshop themes.
CR Programme Associate Dr. Clem McCartney acted as the main resource person for this project.
We carried out a review of the project in April 2007 and are committed to continuing activities in Colombia and the Philippines, as well as expanding the project to incorporate new conflict areas.