Reconciliation is increasingly seen as being vital for sustainable peace. But there are still questions around when reconciliation is possible and how to connect grassroots initiatives with national processes. This Accord looks at how four different societies, at different stages of a peace process, have addressed the legacies of violent conflict.
The third Accord Insight publication discusses the importance of transforming relationships in peace processes as a way to address the legacies of violent conflict and promote reconciliation, justice, and dealing with the past. The case studies included in the publication demonstrate that this process is continuous and can start at any stage of a peace process, rather than being exclusively a post-conflict endeavor. It is necessary to adapt the approach and application according to the specific context and timeline of the conflict and peace process. The case studies also illustrate the challenges of overcoming deep political and social divisions caused by violence and the importance of considering the contextual significance of various practices. The development of the case studies has also encouraged in-country efforts to understand the process of transforming relationships and has contributed to wider debates on the role of civil society in peace processes and the need for more inclusive approaches.
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