Weathering Two Storms: Gender and Climate in Peace and Security
The world is facing unprecedented risks from climate change. Droughts, erratic rainfall, and extreme weather events affect people, livelihoods, and economies across the world.
Advice on Applying Mediation Fundamentals in UN Constitutional Assistance
This paper captures key lessons learned in the author's two-year secondment to the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) Policy and Mediation Division, Mediation Support Unit, during which the author supported constitution-making processes and provided advice on handling constitutional issues.
Social media in peace mediation
Produced jointly by DPPA Mediation Support Unit and swisspeace, this paper discusses the impact of social media on peace mediation, makes practical suggestions for mediators and their teams, and poses questions for further consideration and analysis. The paper also includes illustrative examples of practical social media uses.
Practical Guidance for Gender-Sensitive Conflict Analysis
Gender-sensitive conflict analysis is the systematic study of the gendered causes, structures, stakeholders and dynamics of conflict and peace. Addressing common gender biases in conflict analysis will provide a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of the root causes, triggers and drivers of conflict, and enable more informed and effective action.
From Big Bang to Incrementalism: Choices and Challenges in Constitution Building
This report from the Melbourne Forum on Constitution Building in Asia and Pacific provides an overview of a discussion raised by decisions about the relative magnitude of constitutional change across a number of Asia and Pacific states.