Section outline

  • Welcome

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      Welcome to the DCA introduction to Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding 

      The purpose of this learning site is to provide an introductory framework, guidance, and tools for DCA staff addressing drivers of violence in conflict-affected contexts.  It aims to convey an overall understanding of what, why and how DCA works with Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding. 

       
        


    • When you have completed the activities on this learning site, you will be able to:

      • state what conflict prevention and peacebuilding is

      • identify types and examples of conflict prevention and peacebuilding initiatives

      • explain why conflict prevention and peacebuilding is important and how it can be included in our work

      • reflect on the learnings from the site and approach them from a practical perspective



    • Background Interactive Content

  • What is Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding?

    In DCA Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding is understood as a broad range of approaches implemented in conflict affected contexts motivated by a commitment to address the drivers of violence to transform conflict and promote lasting, just and sustainable peace. 


    • TYPES OF CONFLICT PREVENTION AND PEACEBUILDING INITIATIVES

      Examples of initiatives that encompass elements of Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding include:

      Faith-Actor Engagement in Peace Platforms Dialogue Mediation Reconciliation Social cohesion Early warning Conflict Transforma

      Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding is by no means restricted to the above types. 

      Conflict affected contexts demand varied multi-disciplinary approaches to address often unique and complex challenges which require holistic, flexible, and innovative responses. Space to develop new ways of working is therefore critical.

      Conflict sensitivity, informed by thorough context analysis, is the entry point to transforming conflict or building durable peace.

  • Why is Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding Important?

  • How to include Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding in our work?

    • UNDERSTAND THE CONFLICT


      Before attempting to address drivers of violent conflict, they need to be identified. 

      A conflict analysis systematically studies the context, causes, actors and dynamics of conflict. It focuses on the relationships between actors/ various groups of people and aims to understand what causes division between groups leading to violence. It also looks at what connects different groups and enables them to co-exist peacefully, or at least manage the risk of further violent conflict.

      There are many approaches to analysing conflict. Start on the Conflict Sensitivity FABO site!


      FOCUS ON PEOPLE


      DCA's Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding work promotes just, peaceful, and inclusive societies. It focuses on people as central drivers of change able to address violence through initiatives that strengthen active Participation, cultivate Accountability, encourage Non-discrimination (inclusive of age, gender, & diversity), support community Empowerment, and Link to Human Rights frameworks (PANEL). 

      Starting with the adherence to PANEL principles allows for flexible responses centred on people and context.



    • APPROACHES TO INTEGRATING


      To integrate Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding in DCA activities you may wish to consider the following six approaches:
    • Approaches Interactive Content


    • How can we help?

      Should you require additional technical assistance on Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding, support is available in the following areas:

      • Conflict Sensitivity support (e.g., assessments, training, ToRs).
      • Technical input on donor proposals and reports that include Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding.
      • Quality assurance on initiatives that include a Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding dimension.
      • Advice on programme design and implementation for initiatives that include Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding.
      • Guidance and feedback on implementing Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding initiatives.

  • Action Guides

  • Links

  • Contact information

    • For more information, please contact the Conflict Prevention & Peacebuilding Support: cppb.support@dca.dk. 

      We look forward to hearing from you!