Conflict analysis at the strategic level 8 the eightstep process 9 three vital elements of a strategic conflict analysis 9 an analytical framework 16 structural instability and structures working for peace 17 struggle for power and influence 18 security dilemma 18 conflict analysis at the sector level 19. Sage business cases real world cases at your fingertips. Overcoming conflict in complex and ever changing circumstances presents considerable challenges to the people and groups involved, whether they are part of organizations, movements or alliances. The conflict analysis framework caf, developed by the cpr unit, aims to integrate sensitivity to conflict in bank assistance, and to help bank teams consider factors affecting both conflict and poverty when formulating development strategies, policies. Maccoby and scudder describe a five step process for conflict management with resolution being the final step. On the other hand, the adoption of a strategy of conflict prevention at the regional level seems appropriate, for among other things the pooling of interests of members of different communities to build a. We call it the conflict analysis field guide in brief.
Integrating conflict analysis and other forms of assessment 5. I what are the main issues in the conflict both overt and any hidden agendas and how have they changed during the. Design, monitoring and evaluation 5 if not, then arrogance will undermine the respect and trust that alert needs to do its work. Through research, training and analytical techniques, the u. Mitchell basic framework for conflict analysis spitcerow. It raises a number of issues and offers specific recommendations on ways to adapt the existing conflict framework and its indicators to better reflect the fact that conflict affects women and men differently. Even when conflict is internal, it rarely remains so. In order to streamline the conflict analysis process for lesscomplex cases, i recom mend a different approach, which is a probabilityweighted batna and watna. One way to reduce these gaps is to construct a multidisciplinary framework for analysis and practice. A conflict analysis paper tackles an issue with an eye toward making recommendations for the resolution of the issue. Conflict analysis assessment is not a neutral activity. Governments, nongovernmental organizations, and businesses operating in conflict zones will find this volume to be a practical, accessible reference for understanding and communicating. Conflict assessment and analysis conflict assessment framework, revised caf 2.
The original draft was compiled by peter woodrow, then codirector of the. On the other hand, the adoption of a strategy of conflict prevention at the regional level seems appropriate, for among other things the pooling of interests of members of different communities to build a field of understanding. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Yet, when policypolitical priorities frame the focus of analysis, there is a risk that the analysis overemphasises donor priorities, rather than the priorities of local communities, or the country as a whole, or priorities for. Conflict analysis possible methods of conflict analysis include the matrix method shown in the performance measurement workbook, force field analysis, and matrices similar to that shown below can also be used to examine potential conflicts e.
In these efforts, successful educators and practitioners follow a simple precept. Introducing some tools this session focused on introducing some theory and toolkits for the participants to use on existing and personal conflicts. A framework for the analysis of resilience and vulnerability to food insecurity in contexts of violent conflict. The conflict tree deals with the difference between structural and dynamic. It can be used as a standalone analysis or as a part of an the conflict prevention and reconstruction unit has developed a conflict analysis framework caf to. Development of strategies and options sections 1 to 3 of this guide describe the methodology for each of these stages. R mtchell, the structure of international conflict london.
Stalenoi the peoples war and johan galtungs conflict models 34 and in a conflict more than one type of asymmetry may exist, each with variable degrees of intensity. Part of this humility is living up to alerts responsibility to question its own approach, and. Jeong has successfully combined behavioral and structural analysis of the dynamics of social conflict. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. The following steps are recommended for conducting a cafbased conflict analysis. This paper will explain and apply the framework for analyzing conflicts between multinational companies and local communities described in lisa calvanos article, multinational companies and local communities. Analysis for conflict and stabilisation interventions. Conflict analysis and response definition fewer pb early warning, country strategic planning national, local diplomats, donor desk officers, ngos. This topic guide looks at the conflict analysis element. Analysis of the sourcescauses of conflict is often a contested issue. Contents preface ix part i concepts and analysis 1 1 approaches to understanding conflict 3 the nature of conflict 5 the context of defining conflict 6 sociopsychological dynamics 9 conflict situations 10 intractable conflict 12 constructive versus destructive conflict root causes of conflict 15 levels of analysis 16 overview 18 2 conflict analysis framework 20. Conflict analysis is the systematic study of the profile. As its implementation faltered, violence between factions broke out again in july 2016, setting back the peace process once again.
Issues such as participation, governance, accountability and transperancy are at the. It has been drafted and tested by members and partners of the gppac network over the past four years. Technical publications on conflict management and mitigation. A critical analysis of conflict, to one of the following case. Introduction successive evolutions in communication technologies have significantly altered the conduct of conflict, warfare, and conflict resolution.
Introduces six important dimensions of conflict analysis dynamics, actors, causation, structures, issues and optionsstrategies. Jul 17, 20 tools for conflict analysis slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. List of frameworks for conflict analysis the broker. Sage books the ultimate social sciences digital library. The paper would analyze the fight and why the fight happened, and would make recommendations about how to avoid a similar fight in. The concept paper series is the joint centers paper series addressing topics and concepts of foremost importance for understanding the dynamics of. The tools can be categorized according to their focus on dynamics, actors, causation, structures, issues and optionsstrategies. Each of the six sections of the wheel can be further analysed using tools presented below or references to. While a p3 manager may be skilled in conflict resolution it is important that conflict management is applied to preempt and avoid conflict before it occurs.
Participants first presented their ideas of what conflict analysis was, power relations finding a solution understanding the conflict predicting outcome understanding the parties the facilitator then introduced two conflict analysis tools, the. Pdf handbook of conflict analysis and resolution edited by. A combined approach to political economy and power analysis nutrition, governance and violence. A framework for analysis jacob bercovitch introduction research into behaviour in organizations can be divided into two categories. This approach is increasingly being adopted by other donor institutions, informed to a large degree by usaids experience and thought leadership. Teams can begin to understand their usual reactions, and then go on to discover more effective strategies for dealing with similar situations. The theoretical framework presented here has been adjusted to leave room for an interpretation of conflict which 8 c.
This conflict analysis guide presents guiding principles and practical guidelines for conflict analysis that civil society organisations can adapt and localise to fit their respective contexts and organisational needs. When resources are relatively fixed and when one departments gain is at the expense of another, conflict should be expected. Conflict analysis is the first in the series because of the primary role that good analysis plays in successful conflict management. Depending on how it is done, it can be an intervention in itself. Believing it to be valid, along with the realist perspective to which it is closely related conceptually, they have tended to negotiate as if bargaining constituted the only appropriate approach to international negotiations. It organizes the other conflict analysis tools and is a meta tool.
Selfassessment exercises help narrow priorities and assess abilities of those planning peacebuilding. Given the nature of p3 management, it is not surprising that the steps. Institute of peace empowers practitioners and local communities with means to more effectively avert violent conflict. We provide applied knowledge services on demand and online. Gaps also exist between theoreticians and practitioners within each of these groups. This course will help you understand the potential trajectories of a conflict situation so you can develop effective peacebuilding strategies. Understanding causes, unlocking solutions is a guide for practitioners seeking to prevent deadly conflict or mitigate political instability. Conflict analysis framework caf world bank dev country strategic planning national, can also be adapted to sub regional multilateral organisation desk staff planners 4.
Conflict sensitive approaches to development assistance can help prevent the onset, exacerbation or resurgence of violent conflict. Sage reference the complete guide for your research journey. This type of conflict analysis tends to be discussed as. The following principles inform our conflict analysis approach and methods.
Conflict is an existing state of disagreement or hostility between two or more people nicholson, 1992by this, it means two or more parties do not have an. There are serious gaps between theoreticians and practitioners in the fields of conflict resolution, communication, and journalism. Compared to people of earlier ages, people around the world today know much more and. Caf is designed for countrylevel analysis or for a province or region in a large country and is expected to contribute to poverty reduction strategies and other country strategies. Framework, if they exist, are important starting points for a sector analysis. Conducting a selfassessment identifies your own cultural biases and perspectives on the conflict. A brief description of seven steps the do no harm framework for analyzing the impact of assistance on conflict 4 exist and offer one avenue for rebuilding nonwar relations. Sage video bringing teaching, learning and research to life. According to giorgio gallo and arturo marzano the clear. Cq press your definitive resource for politics, policy and people. The conflict analysis framework caf identifying conflict. There have been 3 key stages in the strategic conflict assessments conducted by dfid to date. Conflict analysis tools understanding and working with. This approach is increasingly being adopted by other.
A full conflict analysis process, on the basis of the conflict analysis framework caf. A framework for conflict analysis in spatial planning for. This course presents an introduction to the subject of conflict analysis, illustrating analytical tools used, with reference to two extended case studies, the conflict in kosovo and the genocide in rwanda. Conflict analysis tools understanding and working with conflict. The usgs interagency tool for conflict assessment 5a.
A simple example is to write about a fight you had with your spouse. Apr 15, 20 introducing some tools this session focused on introducing some theory and toolkits for the participants to use on existing and personal conflicts. Conflict analysis and options for systemic conflict. About gsdrc gsdrc is a partnership of research institutes, thinktanks and consultancy organisations with expertise in governance, social development, humanitarian and conflict issues. All the conflict analysis tools are structured in the same way. Framework 20112015 show that conflict assessment is at the nexus of the 3d approach to foreign affairs linking development, diplomacy, and defense. A framework for conflict analysis in spatial planning for tourism article in tourism management perspectives 24. This document represents a framework and practical guidelines for conflict analysis that members of the gppac network and various other organisations can adapt and localise to fit their respective contexts and organisational needs. The conflict prevention and reconstruction unit has developed a conflict analysis framework caf to integrate sensitivity to conflict in bank assistance, and to enable bank teams to consider factors affecting conflict when formulating development strategies, policies, and programs. Development expands peoples choices, broadens their opportunities to prosper, and increases their sense of security from disease, poverty, di. To assess the impacts of assistance programmes on conflict, it is important to identify and understand connectors and lcps. The world banks conflict analysis framework caf is a tool to assess the causes and consequences of conflict, determine a countrys resilience to conflict, and developing appropriate conflict sensitive approaches to programming. Analysis of international responses to the conflict 3.
The do no harm handbook the framework for analyzing the. This toolkit for gender analysis of conflict is intended to help national and international nongovernmental organisations and other peacebuilding practitioners to integrate gender perspectives into conflict analysis, providing a foundation for more gendersensitive peacebuilding programmes. Gender perspectives should be integrated into a conflict analysis process throughout. Context analysis tool national democratic institute. Normative research is concerned with how things should be, whereas descriptive research addresses itself to.
The conflict analysis framework intends to contribute to enhancing the banks capacity to support country and regional efforts to analyze and address conflicts in the framework of poverty reduction strategies and other development strategies. When a dispute begins, the world is viewed in black and white terms with no middle ground. Conflict, conflict prevention, conflict management and beyond. The conflict analysis framework caf identifying conflictrelated obstacles to development october 2002 numb the conflict prevention and reconstruction unit has developed a conflict analysis framework caf to integrate sensitivity to conflict in bank assistance, and to enable bank teams to consider factors affecting. This volume covers the multiple dimensions escalation, entrapment, deescalation, termination, and resolution both of violent and nonviolent confrontation between adversaries, as well as the utility and limitations of external intervention. Insightful analysis is essential to any conflict management process, from prevention to mediation to reconciliation. Indicators and methods for rating state performance 2005 pdf conflict technical publications. P who are the parties to the conflict and how did they originally come into existence. Michael lunds 1996 framework for preventive diplomacy is. Performing organization names and addresses military operations research society mors,1703 n beauregard st. Strategies to prevent, manage or resolve violent conflict can succeed only if they are grounded in clear analysis of the causes and potential trajectory of a conflict.
Uncertainty, each ethnic conflict has its own unique characteristics and, in different contexts, some of these elements will be more prominent than the others, but all of them are the common denominators necessary for ethnic conflict to occur. The field of conflict resolution and conduct of foreign policy since the mid1990s and early 2000s, several conceptual frameworks have been introduced to illustrate different uses of conflict resolution strategies in a changing world. Conflict analysis field guide gppac 2017 4 acknowledgements acknowledgements this conflict analysis field guide is a product of gppacs preventive action working group. A data collection and analysis process has potential for exacerbating. Each of the six sections of the wheel can be further analysed using tools presented below or references to other tip sheets. Conflict analysis that is integrated into strategic and policy processes is more likely to influence policy and practice. The report also includes a number of links where additional information and resources on. The conflict analysis framework caf, developed by the cpr unit, aims to integrate sensitivity to conflict in bank assistance, and to help bank teams consider factors affecting both conflict and poverty when formulating development strategies, policies, and programs. Microlevel dynamics of conflict, violence and development. At times, the understandable biases of local people will make it difficult for them to take the lead in conflict analysis.
The jacs offers a process within which both jacs analytical tools andor a number of other existing analytical frameworks can be applied. Reinterpretation of existing information on the conflict situation of a country along the lines of the caf brief desk study. South sudan conflict analysis brief south sudan, the worlds youngest nation, continues to struggle despite the august 2015 signature of a peace agreement. The cpr unit has developed a conflict analysis framework caf to help bank teams consider factors affecting conflict when contributing to strategies, policies, and programs. The remaining sections of this tool provide an overview of the will, space, capacity framework, describe the types of information needed for context analysis, outline suggested methods for collecting the information outlined in the framework, and provide tips for analyzing the data gathered.
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