Routledge Handbook of Peacebuilding and Ethnic Conflict

This handbook provides a comprehensive analysis of peacebuilding in ethnic conflicts,with attention to theory,roles,past,future,case studies,and approaches. It covers critical dimensions,peacebuilders,the past,shaping the future,and case studies,impacting teaching,training,practice,and policy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 374 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive handbook delves into the intricate realm of peacebuilding in ethnic conflicts, providing a thorough analysis that encompasses theoretical frameworks, the diverse roles of peacebuilders, the significance of understanding the past, and shaping a promising future. Spanning 28 chapters, this volume offers valuable insights for teaching, training, and practical applications, particularly in the fields of peacebuilding, ethnic conflict, security studies, and international relations.

The handbook is organized into four thematic parts, each dedicated to exploring critical aspects of peacebuilding in ethnic conflicts. Part 1 delves into the fundamental dimensions of ethnic conflicts, encompassing root causes, gender dynamics, external involvement, emancipatory peacebuilding, the health implications of hatred, environmental concerns, American nationalism, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Part 2 focuses on the diverse roles of peacebuilders, highlighting the contributions of Indigenous peacemaking, nonviolent accompaniment, military peace leadership, interreligious peacebuilders, local women, and young individuals. Part 3 explores the past and its influence on the future, examining public memory, heritage rights, refugee experiences, trauma and memory, the collective trauma of marginalized communities, exhumations after genocide, and a healing-centered approach to conflict resolution. Part 4 presents case studies that showcase successful peacebuilding efforts in various contexts, including Sri Lanka's postwar reconciliation process, peacebuilding in Mindanao, the transformative peace negotiations in Aceh and Bougainville, external economic aid for peacebuilding in Northern Ireland, Indigenous and local peacemaking, and a continuum of peacebuilding focal points.

Through these case studies and comprehensive analysis, the handbook offers valuable perspectives on the breadth and significance of peacebuilding work in ethnic conflicts across the globe. It serves as a valuable resource for students, scholars, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to understand the complexities of conflict resolution, promote sustainable peace, and foster inclusive societies.

Weight: 890g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367428037