Lessons from Peace Processes
Includes case studies from Northern ireland, South Africa, Sudan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia and Iraq
Abstract
Lesson learning has played an important role in advancing peace processes across the globe. Although no two conflicts are alike there are a number of wider lessons and practices that can be transferred to other peace processes. However, it is important to understand the differences and similarities in order to develop the lessons within the dynamics of the particular case study (McGarry, 1998). This rapid review synthesises findings from rigorous academic, practitioner, and policy references. It includes lessons from both successes and failures and will borrow from the case studies of Northern Ireland, South Africa, Sudan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Colombia, and Iraq.
K4D helpdesk reports provide summaries of current research, evidence and lessons learned. This report was commissioned by the UK Department for International Development.
Citation
O’Driscoll, D. (2017). Lessons from Peace Processes. K4D Helpdesk Research Report. Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies.
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