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DDR 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. Country case studies preceded by an overarching summary including a section on Transitional Justice and attempts to analyse the cost of DDR across the different programmes
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Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration of Children Associated with Fighting Forces; Lessons Learned in Sierra Leone

Captures key lessons learned in the children’s component of the Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) programme in Sierra Leone.

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Cross Border Criminal Activities in West Africa: Options for Effective Responses

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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DDR: A Practical Field and Classroom Guide

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.

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Blame It on the War? The Gender Dimensions of Violence in DDR

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. Provides a conceptual framework for addressing the gender-specific causes, impacts and dynamics of violence emerging from armed conflict and their importance in social and economic reintegration - including the need to engage with and address issues related to male as well as female gender identities and concerns.

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Border community security Mano River Union region

Analysis of Cross Border dynamics and localised conflicts in Mano River Region. Includes discussion on implications for DDR approaches and initiatives. Challenges identified include the tendency for DDR programmes to have national rather than regional focus - despite conflict dynamics being regional in nature - and the need for more attention to youth employment issues.

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Peace Recovery and Development Plan (PRDP) Phase 2 for Northern Uganda

Peace Recovery and Development Plan (II) for Northern Uganda. Includes discussion on issues and planned policy and programme approaches related to the reintegration of ex-combatants and Transitional Justice - highlights challenges faced by female ex-combatants

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Ex-combatants in Burundi: Why they joined, why they left, how they fared

Drawing on interviews with 63 ex-combatants (rural and urban) this report explores the reasons that respondents joined armed groups and also what drove them to join the DDR programme before going on to examine how successfully they appear to have been reintegrated. The findings note the apparent importance of family support in reintegration and also questions the relative utility/cost effectiveness of commodity provision as opposed to cash support in most cases.

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The Role of ex-combatants and Veterans in violence in transitional societies

Provides an overview of the issue of ex-combatant violence in southern Africa and explores the impact of conflict on male gender roles and its impact on social reintegration, identity and trauma and the role of weapons in post conflict societies. Draws on experience and examples from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique and Angola

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Socio-Economic Reintegration of Ex-Combatants

Guidelines focusing on social and economic reintegration of ex-combatants. Includes substantial analysis of approaches for dealing with Special Needs Groups including women, children, youth, people with disabilities and people living with HIV/AIDS. The template for a mapping and economic analysis of the labour market may be of particular interest and value.

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