Latest Documents
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November 21, 2024Veteran combatants do not fade away: a comparative study on two demobilization a
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
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November 21, 2024Challenges of Peace Implementation in Cote d'Ivoire
Report on the proceedings of an international experts’ workshop, with, the theme “Challenges of Implementation in Cote d’Ivoire”, held at the Kofi Annan International peace keeping Training Centre, from 31 May to 2nd June 2004. Chapter VI discusses progress with DDR highlighting challenges with programme linkages to politocal committments and processes
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November 21, 2024Priority Plan for Peace Building in the Comoros
Interesting example of what might be considered a simply articulated Transitional Results Framework for Peacebuilding in the Comoros Context - developed by the Government of the Union des Comores with external support. Highlights proposed DDR interventions within the context of wider stabilisation efforts centered around other risk groups - makes linkages to wider PRSP and sectoral policies.
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November 21, 2024Armed and Aimless: Armed groups, Guns and Human Security in the ECOWAS Region
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.
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November 21, 2024Listening for Change: Participatory Evaluations of DDR in Mali, Cambodia and Alb
This report summarizes the findings of a large-scale comparative research project that sought to test the applicability of participatory monitoring and evaluation and its relevance as a methodology in DDR and arms reduction schemes. Mali was one of the focus countries in which the research was conducted.
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November 21, 2024Interim Stabilization Balancing Security and Development in Post-Conflict Peaceb
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.
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November 21, 2024Conflict Dynamics in West Africa: Background Analysis for the UK Government's Af
Discusses conflict dynamics in West Africa, examining the structural causes and triggers of conflict, as well as key actors and their interests, and makes recommendations on regional approaches required
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November 21, 2024Multi-country Demobilization and Reintegration Program: End of Program Evaluatio
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.
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November 21, 2024Developing integrated approaches to post-conflict security and recovery. A case
Report detailing attempts to conduct integrated approaches to disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) and post conflict security programming in Sudan.
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November 21, 2024Stockholm Initiative on Disarmament Demobilisation Reintegration
Final report of the Stockholm Initiative on Disarmament Demobilisation Reintegration - a programme initiated with the aim of proposing ways and means that can contribute to the creation of a predictable framework in which DDR processes could be planned and implemented.
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November 21, 2024Beyond Demobilization: Challenges and Opportunities for Security Sector Reform i
Case Study of CAR in 2005 emphasizing the complexities and interrelationship between DDR and SSR efforts.
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November 21, 2024Transitional Justice and DDR: The Case of Sierra Leone
Explores the ways in which DDR programs may contribute to, or hinder, the achievement of justice-related aims. Using Sierra Leone as a case study identifies how DDR programs have connected (or failed to connect) with transitional justice and suggests how future programmes might practically establish such links
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November 21, 2024Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration (DDR) and Stability in Africa
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.
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November 21, 2024Transitional Justice and DDR: The Case of Liberia
Explores the relationship between transitional justice and the DDRR program in Liberia during the period of the negotiation of the CPA in 2003 through August 2007, as well as a brief overview of an earlier failed DDRR process.
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November 21, 2024Final Disarmament, Demobilisation & Reintegration of Somalia Militia
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.
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November 21, 2024DDR in Uganda, A Mini Case Study
This case study on DDR in Uganda was conducted against the backdrop of the ongoing LRA insurgency, at a time when the GoU was conducting a Defence Review with support of donors and when non-formal armed groups were being offered Amnesty and reintegration support. It explores issues around whether effective linkages were developed between DDR efforts, SSR and SALW and the factors underpinning this.
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November 21, 2024DDR in DRC: Programme update
Update report on the progress of DDR activities and the DDR programme in DRC at that time. Provides some interesting commentary on the challenges associated with SSR and programme linkages and the reintegration of groups with special needs
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November 21, 2024DDR 2008. Analysis of World's DDR programmes in 2007
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.
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November 21, 2024Negotiating peace in Sierra Leone: Confronting the Justice challenge
Explores issues related to the Lomé Accord and access to Justice - some discussion on tensions between ex-combatant reintegration and justice for victims in Sierra Leone and the role of Amnesties
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November 21, 2024Cross Border Criminal Activities in West Africa: Options for Effective Response
Useful exploration of dynamics associated with cross border crimes in West Africa - important linkages to DDR in terms of cross border involvement of rebel groups / armed gangs in weapons smuggling, narcotics and human trafficking and related issues for DDR. Includes exploration of issues in Liberia, Sierra Leone, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria and Guinea Bissau in particular
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November 21, 2024Reintegration and Long-Term Development: Linkages and Challenges
Explores the interface between DDR and strategies for post conflict reconstruction and long term development - including Transitional Results Frameworks and Poverty Reduction Strategies etc. Some useful examples of specific reintegration challenges and successes are raised and highlighted.
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November 21, 2024Second International conference on DRR in Africa, Kinshasa DRC " Linkage between
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
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November 21, 2024Government Gazette Staatskoerant General Notice
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
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November 21, 2024Stockholm Initiative on Disarmament Demobilisation Reintegration: Testing the Pr
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.
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