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Veteran combatants do not fade away: a comparative study on two demobilization a

2020-09-03

Draws on research on Reintegration of ex-refugees and ex-fighters in post conflict Eritrea. Comprehensive analysis of issues and lessons learned from this specific DDR programme

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Social Development Notes: Conlfict Crime and Violence -DDR

2020-09-03

Brief guide on DDR for Bank staff

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Multi-country Demobilization and Reintegration Program: End of Program Evaluatio

2020-09-01

This comprehensive end of programme evaluation provides a detailed analysis of all components of the MDRP from design to p[reject implementation modalities. Chapter V (page 43) provides a synthesis of lessons learned and detailed summaries of individual projects are provided within the Annex.

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Socio-Economic Reintegration of Ex-Combatants: What Role for the European Union?

2020-08-20

Policy brief prepared for the European Union outlining challenges and opportunities associated with reintegration. For more useful documents, Check the Website:
http://www.international-alert.org/

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The importance of a gender perspective to successful disarmament, demobilization

2020-08-20

Reviews recent DDR processes, drawing both from conversations with DDR field practitioners and planners working within various UN agencies, and from academic accounts of DDR to argue for increased attention to women role and voice in DDR planning and programming. Considers the role of UNSCR 1325 in taking this forward.

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Peace as a Disappointment. The Reintegration of Female soldiers in post-conflict

2020-08-20

Documentation on the particular challenges faced by female ex-combatants on the continent. Chapter Five highlights key issues and recommendations . Annex A presents a series of individual case examples drawn from Eritrea.

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The R-Phase of Reintegration; An Overview of key lessons learned and Practical E

2020-08-17

The paper aims to map key lessons learned and practical experiences of DDR processes. It specifically focuses on reintegration an explores issues related to urban and rural reintegration, cash benefits, sequencing and national ownership. Useful discussion on Evaluation of DDR Programmes (Section 3.7)

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In DRC, MDRP helps female ex-combatants regain a livelihood

2020-08-16

Background information on the LEAP Project a programme designed to assist vulnerable female ex-combatants with their social and economic reintegration

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DDR 2008. Analysis of World's DDR programmes in 2007

2020-08-16

In depth comparative analysis of 19 DDR programmes in Africa, it covers Angola, Burundi, Chad, Côte d’Ivoire, Eritrea, Liberia, Niger, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, and Uganda and Guinea-Bissau. Useful contextual and programme analysis.

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Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration of Children Associated with Fighti

2020-08-15

Captures key lessons learned in the children’s component of the Disarmament, Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR) programme in Sierra Leone.

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Second International conference on DRR in Africa, Kinshasa DRC " Linkage between

2020-08-15

Report of 2007 Second International Conference on DDR in Africa, Analysis of DDR trends, developments and institutional arrangements. Useful mini-compendium of DDR experiences in a number of countries. Specifically identified needs to address regional aspects of conflict dynamics, women and children associated with armed groups and Transitional Justice

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DDR: A Practical Field and Classroom Guide

2020-08-15

Provide a comprehensive overview of all aspects of classical DDR operations. Designed as a training manual for staff in organisations that are involved in DDR programmes. Series of checklists covering various aspects of DDR programming at Annex 6 which may be of particular value to practitioners.

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Concepts and Experiences of Demobilisiation and Reintegration of Ex-Combatants:

2020-08-15

Provides a systematic overview of individual stages and components of classic and linear DDR programs and issues that need to be considered by programme planners and implementers. Annex 4.2. (page 54 onwards) provides summary profiles of GTZ experiences in a number of countries up to 1996.

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Rwanda Demobilization and Reintegration Program (RDRP) Annual Report 2005

2020-08-15

Annual report for the Rwanda Demobilisation and Reintegration Project. Contains in depth description and analysis of progress on all programme elements - including discussion on practical challenges related to the provision of reintegration support.

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The Role of ex-combatants and Veterans in violence in transitional societies

2020-08-14

Provides an overview of the issue of ex-combatant violence in southern Africa and explores the impact of conflict on male gender roles and its impact on social reintegration, identity and trauma and the role of weapons in post conflict societies. Draws on experience and examples from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique and Angola

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Case Studies in War-to-Peace Transition

2020-08-13

Lengthy document structured around three case studies from Ethiopia, Namibia and Uganda. Comprehensive analysis of each including exploration of the political, security and social contexts, programme design and resourcing, institutional arrangements and assessment of impact.

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Practice Note - DDR of Ex- Combatants

2020-08-13

Although heavily focused on DDR interventions running alongside Peace Support Operations the document provides comprehensive (if now somewhat dated) practical guidance for DDR policy makers and practitioners covering all aspects of DDR programming. Explores linkages with SSR, national ownership, interrelationship between reintegration and work with IDP's and other conflict affected groups.

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Identifying lessons from DDR experiences in Africa

2020-08-13

Report on August 2004 Accra workshop on DDR Presentations covered trends in DDR , relationships with PSO, planning and coordination, and working with special groups. Includes an analysis of issues related to Dealing with Commanders and the role of DDR within wider post conflict recovery frameworks. Examples drawn from a number of countries.

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Reintegrating Ex-Combatants in Post-Conflict Societies

2020-08-13

Review of several DDR programs exploring three main challenges and issues (security, social tensions and marginalization) identifies lessons learned and best practices. Includes useful discussion and comparative analysis of issues related to national ownership and different types security and political environments in which DDR (or components of it) might be implemented.

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Taking a Gender Perspective to Strengthen the Multi-Country Demobilization and R

2020-08-03

From October 31 to November 2, 2005, the World Bank/MDRP Secretariat and UNIFEM held a consultation workshop aimed at strengthening gender in the MDRP national programs. Includes an analysis of the situation faced in each country and recommendations for gender mainstreaming.

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United Nations Policy for Post-Conflict Employment Creation, Income Generation a

2020-07-28

Outlines approach for generating employment opportunities in post-conflict situations - including guiding principles. Includes consideration of emergency employment programs, start-up grants, and promotion of longer-term employment opportunities and decent work standards. Of relevance to DDR. Annex 2 : considers specific challenges associated with the creation of opportunities for Youth and Annex 3: considers Gender specificities.

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Soldiers Returning Home, Children's perspectives on reintegration, A Case study

2020-07-28

A report detailing the experiences of children returning from the Lords Resistance Army.

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Young Female Fighters in African Wars. Conflict and Its Consequences

2020-07-28

Provides a comprehensive overview of the role of young women in conflict and post-conflict situations in Africa including their role in armed groups, in DDR, and post-conflict reconstruction. Draws extensively on case examples. A useful checklist for policy and decision-makers on page 42.

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Practice Note - DDR of Ex- Combatants

2020-07-23