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  • From Civilians to Soldiers and from Soldiers to Civilians, Mobilization and Demo
    August 20, 2012

    This documents aims to provide a complex and in depth analysis of mobilization processes in armed groups and the dynamics that affect individual involvement in armed groups. It argues that there is a need to move beyond technical discussions on DDR and that programming should be better informed by an analysis of the dynamics of post-conflict security and how stakeholders can influence and impact on these.

  • Sustainable Reintegration of Ex-combatants: Shadow economies and Cross Border t
    August 20, 2012

    This note draws on a variety of studies and experiences to highlight the need for DDR practitioners to understand the significant role that informal and shadow trade often plays in societies in transition from conflict and the importance of considering this during programme design.

  • Reintegration and Reconstruction in post war South Sudan
    August 19, 2012

    Highlights the International Peace Support Training Center’s contribution to the understanding of the conflict in Southern Sudan. Reintegration of ex combatants is one of the issues addressed

  • Blame It on the War? The Gender Dimensions of Violence in DDR
    August 15, 2012

    Comprehensive exploration of issues related to gender dimensions of violence in post conflict settings and their importance for DDR programmes. Emphasises the importance of understanding male and female changing gender identities and roles in society - often impacted by conflict.

  • Information, Counselling and Referral System (ICRS) Strategy Development for the
    August 15, 2012

    Concept Note for the development of an Information Counselling and Referral System (ICRS) for the reintegration of ex-combatants in South Sudan. Outlines key issues and considerations when setting up an ICRS.

  • No Place by the Fire: The story of South African ex-combatants and the National
    August 15, 2012

    A case study exploring the return and reintegration of ex-combatants in South Africa after the end of apartheid, offering a discussion of pitfalls, opportunities and challenges faced in terms of the provision of support in a post conflict setting

  • The drivers of reporter reintegration in Northern Uganda
    August 14, 2012

    This study carried out amongst LRA ex-combatants analyzes the drivers of reintegration of XCs in Northern Uganda - including those directly and indirectly linked to the DDR process. It highlights the importance of kinship networks as one of the main drivers of reintegration and challenges faced by female ex-combatants

  • Rumours of Peace, Whispers of War: Assessment of the reintegration of ex-combata
    August 14, 2012

    Assessment of the reintegration of XCs into civilian life in North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri DRC. Includes a fairly detailed overview of the context in which DDR was attempted. Interesting commentary and recommendations on issues related to the absorption of some ex-combatants into new military structures (and why it may have failed) and the use/utility of reinsertion kits provided to ex-combatants.

  • Assessing the Reintegration of Ex-Combatants in the Context of Instability and I
    August 13, 2012

    Drawing on CAR, DRC and South Sudan as Case Studies the paper explores issues related to economic reintegration. Comparative analysis drawn identifies the fact that in many post conflict settings informal economic activity provides the bulk of opportunities for ex-combatants and the general population.

  • Managing Fighting Forces. DDR in Peace Processes
    August 03, 2012

    Provides guidance on the mediation and negotiation aspects of DDR and proposes ways for mediators to establish appropriate linkages between DDR and other aspects of a peace process.

  • The Bulletin of Fridays of the Commission Newsletter Volume VOL. 5 No.1 July 20
    August 01, 2012

    The Bulletin of Fridays of the Commission
    Newsletter Volume VOL. 5 No.1 July 2012

  • Decisions and Declarations on Boosting Intra-African Trade (BIAT) and the Establ
    July 31, 2012

    1. Decision: Assembly/AU/Dec.426(XIX) - Doc. Assembly/AU/11(XIX)
    2. Decision: Assembly/AU/Dec.394(XVIII) - Doc. EX.CL/700(XX)
    3. Declaration: Assembly/AU/Decl.1(XVIII)

  • A Framework Document for Evidence-Based Programme Design on Reintegration
    July 28, 2012

    Explores and presents a conceptual framework for working with evidence in the design of reintegration programs to support efforts towards greater local impact at field level.

  • 19ème Session Ordinaire de la Conférence de l'Union africaine, Addis Abéba, 1
    July 24, 2012

    19ème Session Ordinaire de la Conférence de l'Union africaine, Addis Abéba, 15–16 Juillet 2012

  • 21ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil Exécutif de l'Union africaine, Addis Abéba
    July 23, 2012

    21ème Session Ordinaire du Conseil Exécutif de l'Union africaine, Addis Abéba, 09–13 Juillet 2012

  • African Statistical Yearbook - 2012
    July 10, 2012
  • MDG Report 2012
    July 01, 2012

    MDG Report 2012

  • Agenda Provisoire - Conférence
    July 01, 2012
  • Programme de travail - CRP
    July 01, 2012
  • Agenda Provisoire - CRP
    July 01, 2012
  • REPORT OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE PERMANENT GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE ECONOMIC, SOCIA
    June 27, 2012
  • REPORT ON ELECTIONS AND PREPARATIONS FOR LAUNCHING THE PERMANENT ASSEMBLY OF THE
    June 27, 2012
  • Outcome of the Rio+20 Conference
    June 06, 2025

    Outcome of the Rio+20 Conference

  • REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS INTO THE POST-INTERIM ECOSOCC ASSEMBLY - E
    June 26, 2012