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Protecting human rights in conflict and post-conflict environments

Mon, 15/09/2008 - 15:41
Human rights protection is a fundamental component of development work. For without adequate safeguards - and a basic level of security - there ...

What can be done to strengthen environmental protection and promote sustainable development in the Central Albertine Rift?

Wed, 10/09/2008 - 18:34
The Central Albertine Rift is a transboundary eco-region important not only in terms of its great biodiversity, but also in terms of politics and security. ...

How effective is the Taliban's use of propaganda?

Wed, 10/09/2008 - 14:27
This paper discusses the conflict in Afghanistan with a specific focus on the Taliban and their propaganda mechanism. It also looks at the current ...

Incorporating gender into mine action programmes

Tue, 09/09/2008 - 17:23
The relevance of gender has taken time to impose itself clearly to anti landmine programmers, decision-makers, implementers, donors, and stakeholders ...

Incorporating gender into mine action programmes

Tue, 09/09/2008 - 17:23
The relevance of gender has taken time to impose itself clearly to anti landmine programmers, decision-makers, implementers, donors, and stakeholders ...

Persisting rural poverty in the Near East and North Africa (NENA) region

Tue, 02/09/2008 - 13:41
Poverty in the Near East and North Africa region (NENA) is mainly a rural phenomenon. Almost half (48%) the area's population lives in rural ...

Is South Africa protecting the rights of non nationals?

Tue, 02/09/2008 - 11:43
In South Africa non-nationals, refugees, asylum seekers, and other immigrants are often excluded from the services, welfare, and dignity they are guaranteed ...

How can the private sector contribute to the peace process?

Thu, 28/08/2008 - 17:19
The private sector has, at times, been accused of focusing on increasing profits and protecting its interests rather than advancing the cause ...

Conserving mountain gorillas in conflict regions

Tue, 26/08/2008 - 12:32
Conservation work in conflict zones and across international borders has impacts on more than just wildlife populations and their habitats. It can ...

Iran and the Middle East

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 15:08
This report examines Iran's interactions with groups in Lebanon, Iraq, and the Palestinian territories. It intends to help policymakers understand ...

Iran and the Middle East

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 15:08
This report examines Iran's interactions with groups in Lebanon, Iraq, and the Palestinian territories. It intends to help policymakers understand ...

Addressing violence against women in conflict situations

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 14:47
This paper discusses the key points of debate discussed at a meeting held to explore justice for women. It also highlights proposals relating to ...

Addressing violence against women in conflict situations

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 14:47
This paper discusses the key points of debate discussed at a meeting held to explore justice for women. It also highlights proposals relating to ...

Using art in development

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 13:04
This paper discusses the conflict in northern Uganda. It particularly looks at the role of 'theatre for development' (TFD) - a concept aimed ...

Using art in development

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 13:04
This paper discusses the conflict in northern Uganda. It particularly looks at the role of 'theatre for development' (TFD) - a concept aimed ...

lessons from hybrid courts.

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 11:08
Drawing on the lessons learned from hybrid courts since 1999, this policy tool aims to explore the potential positive impact hybrid courts may have on ...

lessons from hybrid courts.

Thu, 21/08/2008 - 11:08
Drawing on the lessons learned from hybrid courts since 1999, this policy tool aims to explore the potential positive impact hybrid courts may have on ...

How can better management of forests impact other global challenges?

Tue, 19/08/2008 - 11:56
The report discusses how tensions over forests in coming decades will influence the severity of climate change, the course of wars and civil conflicts, ...

Is European-East Asian intercultural dialogue possible?

Mon, 18/08/2008 - 12:25
This article inquires whether genuine intercultural dialogue is feasible between Europe and East Asia, and if so, in which subject areas this could be ...