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  • Veteran combatants do not fade away: a comparative study on two demobilization a
    July 17, 2024

    Draws on research on Reintegration of ex-refugees and ex-fighters in post conflict Eritrea. Comprehensive analysis of issues and lessons learned from this specific DDR programme

  • Social Development Notes: Conlfict Crime and Violence -DDR
    July 17, 2024

    Brief guide on DDR for Bank staff

  • Armed and Aimless: Armed groups, Guns and Human Security in the ECOWAS Region
    July 17, 2024

    This lengthy report is comprehensive study of armed groups and small arms in the ECOWAS region up to early 2005. Part I contains six in-depth studies. Part II consists of a region-wide mapping of armed groups operational at that time in the ECOWAS region.

  • Interim Stabilization Balancing Security and Development in Post-Conflict Peaceb
    July 17, 2024

    This paper explores the concept of interim stabilisation in the immediate aftermath of conflict. As well as exploring the synergy between SSR and DDR it suggests that in many complex situations there may be a strong case for delaying DDR - arguing that the potential impact of DDR needs to be carefully considered in the early stages of a stabilisation process.

  • Multi-country Demobilization and Reintegration Program: End of Program Evaluatio
    July 17, 2024

    This comprehensive end of programme evaluation provides a detailed analysis of all components of the MDRP from design to p[reject implementation modalities. Chapter V (page 43) provides a synthesis of lessons learned and detailed summaries of individual projects are provided within the Annex.

  • Post Conflict Peace Building in Africa: Assessing DDR Process
    July 17, 2024

    Report of a workshop held at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre in 2006 that brought together participants to
    discuss, compare and assess DDR experiences and identify lessons learned.

  • Developing integrated approaches to post-conflict security and recovery. A case
    July 17, 2024

    Report detailing attempts to conduct integrated approaches to disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) and post conflict security programming in Sudan.

  • Sustaining the Peace in Angola: An Overview of Current Demobilisation, Disarmame
    July 17, 2024

    Comprehensive overview and analysis of the DDR process in Angola post 2002. Useful analysis of challenges and opportunities in what was a process with a high degree of political ownership by the Government.

  • Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration in Sierra Leone
    July 17, 2024

    Comprehensive case study on DDR in Sierra Leone. Emphasized the need for improved consultation and community involvement, better provision for vulnerable groups and the more effective linkages and promotion of micro and small businesses.

  • Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration (DDR) and Stability in Africa
    July 17, 2024

    Report on the Conference on Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration and Stability (DDR) in Africa which took place from 21 to 23 June 2005 in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Organized by the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone and the United Nations Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA). Specific case studies presented on Angola, Burundi, DRC, Liberia, Mozambique, Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe.

  • Final Disarmament, Demobilisation & Reintegration of Somalia Militia
    July 17, 2024

    This 2005 scoping paper considers the role of DDR in stabilisation efforts within the Somalia context and what types of programme approaches may be appropriate. Predating subsequent literature on 2G DDR it nevertheless identifies many of the challenges associated with DDR, and its potential utility, in a security and political context where there are multiple groups and ongoing conflict.

  • DDR 2008. Analysis of World's DDR programmes in 2007
    July 17, 2024

    In depth comparative analysis of 19 DDR programmes in Africa, it covers Angola, Burundi, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Eritrea, Liberia, Niger, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, and Uganda and Guinea-Bissau. Useful contextual and programme analysis.

  • The National DDR Strategic Plan Sudan
    July 17, 2024

    National Programme Plan, Sudan (Phase I DDR)

  • Second International conference on DRR in Africa, Kinshasa DRC " Linkage between
    July 17, 2024

    Report of 2007 Second International Conference on DDR in Africa, Analysis of DDR trends, developments and institutional arrangements. Useful mini-compendium of DDR experiences in a number of countries. Specifically identified needs to address regional aspects of conflict dynamics, women and children associated with armed groups and Transitional Justice

  • DDR: A Practical Field and Classroom Guide
    July 17, 2024

    Provide a comprehensive overview of all aspects of classical DDR operations. Designed as a training manual for staff in organisations that are involved in DDR programmes. Series of checklists covering various aspects of DDR programming at Annex 6 which may be of particular value to practitioners.

  • Government Gazette Staatskoerant General Notice
    July 17, 2024

    Sets out the initial plans of the Government of South Africa in relation to reconstruction and development in post apartheid South Africa - includes planned policy and programme responses for ex-combatants and veterans

  • Stockholm Initiative on Disarmament Demobilisation Reintegration: Testing the Pr
    July 17, 2024

    Report emanating out of a series of roundtable discussions. Emphasizes the importance of understanding and analyzing the political and conflict dynamics in which DDR will be implemented and the need to establish linkages between DDR and wider SSR efforts. Useful commentary on the negative impacts of weapons buy back programmes in West Africa and innovative approaches to disarmament in Sudan.

  • Concepts and Experiences of Demobilisiation and Reintegration of Ex-Combatants:
    July 17, 2024

    Provides a systematic overview of individual stages and components of classic and linear DDR programs and issues that need to be considered by programme planners and implementers. Annex 4.2. (page 54 onwards) provides summary profiles of GTZ experiences in a number of countries up to 1996.

  • Guns, Camps and Cash: Disarmament, Demobilization and Reinsertion of Former Comb
    July 17, 2024

    Identifies and explores issues related to DDR in a number of political and security contexts. Specifically explores issues related to disarmament and use of weapons buy back programmes, approaches to cantonment and their impact, and approaches to the provision of Financial Reinsertion Assistance. Country examples provided from a number of locations.

  • DDR of Ex-Combatants in a Peacekeeping Environment
    July 17, 2024

    Guidelines for policy and practice of DDR within a PSO - covering approaches, main issues, procedures, and post-conflict peacebuilding. Section 6 (starting on p.81) covers procedures for demobilization and reintegration and includes procedures for encampment, weapons decommissioning etc.

  • Case Studies in War-to-Peace Transition
    July 17, 2024

    Lengthy document structured around three case studies from Ethiopia, Namibia and Uganda. Comprehensive analysis of each including exploration of the political, security and social contexts, programme design and resourcing, institutional arrangements and assessment of impact.

  • Practice Note - DDR of Ex- Combatants
    July 17, 2024

    Although heavily focused on DDR interventions running alongside Peace Support Operations the document provides comprehensive (if now somewhat dated) practical guidance for DDR policy makers and practitioners covering all aspects of DDR programming. Explores linkages with SSR, national ownership, interrelationship between reintegration and work with IDP's and other conflict affected groups.

  • Identifying lessons from DDR experiences in Africa
    July 17, 2024

    Report on August 2004 Accra workshop on DDR Presentations covered trends in DDR , relationships with PSO, planning and coordination, and working with special groups. Includes an analysis of issues related to Dealing with Commanders and the role of DDR within wider post conflict recovery frameworks. Examples drawn from a number of countries.

  • Reintegrating Ex-Combatants in Post-Conflict Societies
    July 17, 2024

    Review of several DDR programs exploring three main challenges and issues (security, social tensions and marginalization) identifies lessons learned and best practices. Includes useful discussion and comparative analysis of issues related to national ownership and different types security and political environments in which DDR (or components of it) might be implemented.