Comparative Study of Reconciliation Efforts in Post-Conflict Societies: Key Takeaways from selected regions of the world (African, American, Asian and European continent)
Comparative Study of Reconciliation Efforts in Post-Conflict Societies: Key Takeaways from selected regions of the world (African, American, Asian and European continent)

Author(s): Anis H. Bajrektarević
Subject(s): Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: IFIMES Mednarodni inštitut za bližnjevzhodne in balkanske študije
Summary/Abstract: Reconciliation after violent conflict is neither a certain nor linear process—it requires time, patience, and constant efforts in understanding and appreciating the unique socio-political dynamics on national, sub-national and communal level. Countries and regions emerging from protracted violence often turn to cooling and reflection that leads further on to truth-telling, justice, community healing, and power-sharing as tools of post-conflict transformation. This mini comparative study explores how nine diverse regions: Northern Ireland, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Thailand’s Deep South, Canada, Mindanao, Austria, W Sahara, and Aceh—have approached reconciliation, offering valuable lessons for future peace processes worldwide.

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