Synopses & Reviews
Peacebuilding and the related sectors of international development, humanitarian relief, and diplomacy are areas that require an increasingly nuanced understanding of theory, process, and impact. Integrating peacebuilding tools and approaches across those areas is critical for fostering sustainable peace and addressing the complex conflicts of the twenty-first century. Integrated Peacebuilding: Innovative Approaches to Transforming Conflict addresses the importance of weaving peacebuilding into diverse sectors such as development, business, gender, media, and health—areas where such work is needed the most. Leading academics and practitioners present original essays discussing the theories, practices, and ethical challenges of integrating peacebuilding. Integrated Peacebuilding is the perfect text for courses on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, international development, gender mainstreaming, or any course discussing the politics and practice of peace and conflict.
Review
"In my opinion, there isnt another book in the field quite like
Integrated Peacebuilding. The range of topics and the depth of analysis in each of the fourteen chapters is simply awe-inspiring. The book also delicately straddles development theory, international relations, and peace studies in an accessible way. A remarkable feat."
Clement Adibe, DePaul University
"I have rarely seen a book that is so logically constructed and conceptually tied together as this one. I am impressed with this volume because it offers a perfect blend of academic thinking and application. It also systematically analyzes the various aspects of peacemaking, peacebuilding, and conflict resolution."
Dipak K. Gupta, San Diego State University
"Words count. Definitions are important. When concepts are not clear the action that follows is not as effective as it could be. This book is a disciplined attempt to bring coherence to an emerging field. It is a must read for any student and practitioner of peacebuilding. Policymakers will be well served by taking the integrated approach suggested in these pages. All scholars will appreciate the breadth of a book that is clearly advancing our shared understanding of a dynamic field for study and practice."
Andrea Bartoli, George Mason University
"This well informed and timely volume, which I strongly recommend for use in Conflict Resolution classes, reflects the new confidence and growing maturity of peacebuilding as an exciting and vitally important field of study."
Professor Fathali Moghaddam, Editor-Elect of Peace and Conflict: Journal of Conflict Resolution
"This is a well informed and timely volume, which I strongly recommend for use in Conflict Resolution classes
It is ahead of its time. Well done, Dr. Zelizer."
Col.(Rtd) Dickson Swegenyi, Provincial Peace Forum-Nakuru, Kenya
On rare occasions, a new work will both redefine a discipline and contribute to the birth of a new paradigm. Integrated Peacebuilding is such a work.” Dr. Samuel Mahaffy, Facilitator and Management Consultant
Synopsis
An exploration of how the theory and practice of integrated peacebuilding can be applied across diverse disciplines
Synopsis
Integrated Peacebuilding addresses the importance of weaving peacebuilding methods into diverse sectors including development, humanitarian assistance, gender, business, media, health, and the environment—areas where such work is needed the most. Incorporating peacebuilding approaches in these fields is critical for transforming today's protracted conflicts into tomorrow's sustainable peace. Covering both theory and practice, Dr. Zelizer and his team of leading academics and practitioners present original essays discussing the infrastructure of the peacebuilding field—outlining key actors, donors, and underlying motivations—as well as the ethical dilemmas created by modern conflict. Exploring both the challenges and lessons to be found in this emerging field, Integrated Peacebuilding is perfect for courses on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, international development, and related fields.
About the Author
Craig Zelizer is the associate director of the MA in Conflict Resolution Program housed in the department of government at Georgetown University. He has 20 years of experience in peacebuilding and coedited
Building Peace: Practical Reflections from the Field. Dr. Zelizer is also the founder of the Peace and Collaborative Development Network, the leading online platform connecting over 30,000 peacebuilders from around the world.
Table of Contents
List of Tables and Figures
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contributors
SECTION ONE Integrated Peacebuilding and the Peacebuilding Business
chapter 1: Introduction to Integrated Peacebuilding
Craig Zelizer and Valerie Oliphant
chapter 2: The Business of Peacebuilding
Craig Zelizer
SECTION TWO Sectoral Approaches to Integrated Peacebuilding
chapter 3: International Development and Peacebuilding
Andria Wisler
chapter 4: Humanitarian Assistance and Peacebuilding
Mike Jobbins
chapter 5: Gender and Peacebuilding
Evelyn Thornton and Tobie Whitman
chapter 6: Peacebuilding and the Private Sector
Shawn MacDonald
chapter 7: Religion and Peacebuilding
Qamar-ul Huda and Katherine Marshall
chapter 8: Environmental Change and Peacebuilding
Ashley Laura McArthur
chapter 9: Security and Peacebuilding
Sam Feigenbaum, Rachel Goldberg, and Rhea Vance-Cheng
chapter 10: Media and Peacebuilding
J. P. Singh
chapter 11: Health and Peacebuilding
Paul Charlton
chapter 12: The Rule of Law and Peacebuilding
Brian A. Kritz
chapter 13: Conclusion
Craig Zelizer
Appendix A: Key Resources for Integrated Peacebuilding
Glossary
Index