Policy papers
CR has published three 'Reflections' policy papers as part of our Comparative Learning project in Colombia and the Philippines:
These reports can be purchased here.
Engaging armed groups in peace processes: reflections for practice and policy from Colombia and the Philippines,
by Clem McCartney, April 2006. [pdf download, 259kb]
This is the first of a series of policy papers from our Comparative Learning project, which shares the findings of recent Accord publications with people involved in peacemaking in Colombia and the Philippines. The first initiative focused on ‘engaging armed groups in peace processes’, which is the subject of the publication, Choosing to engage: armed groups and peace processes. (Accord issue 16, 2005).
Dilemmas of third-party involvement in peace processes: reflections for policy and practice from Colombia and the Philippines
by Clem McCartney, November 2006. [pdf download, 208kb]
The second paper in the series describes the different characteristics of third parties, identifies dilemmas relating to their involvement in peace processes, and offers insights on how practitioners and policymakers can deal with such challenges.
Reframing: A strategy for conflict transformation
by Clem McCartney, August 2007. [pdf download, 244kb]
This is the third in the series explores the concept and practice of reframing, presenting discussions that took place during meetings in Colombia and the Philippines that brought together individuals and organizations directly involved in peace processes.