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      The 6th Annual Continental Forum Of Election Management Bodies | Enhancing Participation Of Internally Displaced Persons And Refugees In Elections In Africa Towards More Inclusive Electoral Processes
      Policy Brief on Enhancing Participation of IDPs in Elections in Africa
      2023-01-30
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      Summary report First Senior Regional Course for the PVE
      2022-07-07
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      2022-07-07
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      Revue Africaine sur le Terrorisme | Volume 11 . Number 3 . Decembre 2021
      Revue Africaine sur le Terrorisme | Volume 11 . Number 3 . Decembre 2021
      2021-12-18

      La Revue Africaine sur le Terrorisme est publiée par le Centre Africain d’Études et de Recherche sur le Terrorisme (CAERT), Alger, Algérie (ci-après dénommé le Centre), qui a été créé en 2004 en tant que structure de l’Union Africaine, conformément au Protocole de la Convention de l’OUA sur la Prévention et la Lutte Antiterroriste.

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      African Journalism | Volume 11 . Number 2 . December 2021
      African Journalism | Volume 11 . Number 2 . December 2021
      2021-12-18

      The African Journal on Terrorism is published by the The African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT), Algiers, Algeria (hereafter referred to as the Centre) which was established in 2004 as a structure of the African Union, in conformity with the protocol of the OAU Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Terrorism.

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      African Journalism | Volume 11 . Number 1 . December 2021
      African Journalism | Volume 11 . Number 1 . December 2021
      2021-12-18

      The African Journal on Terrorism is published by the The African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT), Algiers, Algeria (hereafter referred to as the Centre) which was established in 2004 as a structure of the African Union, in conformity with the protocol of the OAU Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Terrorism.

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      The Impact of the COVID-19 Outbreak on Governance, Peace and Security in the Sahel
      Impact of the COVID-19 Outbreak on Governance, Peace and Security in the Sahel
      2021-01-22

      In this G5 Sahel edition, the assessment shows that the crisis has had a moderate impact on governance, peace and security in the G5 Sahel to date—countries include Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger. The effect of COVID-19 on the state of governance has varied across the G5 Sahel nations.

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      African Journalism | Volume 10 . Number 2 . December 2020
      African Journalism | Volume 10 . Number 2 . December 2020
      2020-12-18

      The African Journal on Terrorism is published by the The African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT), Algiers, Algeria (hereafter referred to as the Centre) which was established in 2004 as a structure of the African Union, in conformity with the protocol of the OAU Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Terrorism.

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      Revue Africaine de Journalisme | Volume 10 . Number 1 . Decembre 2020
      Revue Africaine de Journalisme | Volume 10 . Number 1 . Decembre 2020
      2020-12-08

      La Revue Africaine sur le Terrorisme est publiée par le Centre Africain d’Études et de Recherche sur le Terrorisme (CAERT), Alger, Algérie (ci-après dénommé le Centre), qui a été créé en 2004 en tant que structure de l’Union Africaine, conformément au Protocole de la Convention de l’OUA sur la Prévention et la Lutte Antiterroriste.

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      African Journalism | Volume 9 . Number 2 . December 2020
      African Journalism | Volume 9 . Number 2 . December 2020
      2020-12-08

      The African Journal on Terrorism is published by the The African Centre for the Study and Research on Terrorism (ACSRT), Algiers, Algeria (hereafter referred to as the Centre) which was established in 2004 as a structure of the African Union, in conformity with the protocol of the OAU Convention on the Prevention and Combating of Terrorism.

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      Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020
      Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020
      2020-11-13

      Youth Silencing the Guns Intergenerational Dialogues: Policy Report 2020

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      Bamako Declaration on an African Common Position on the Illicit Proliferation, C
      2020-09-03

      Policy Framework for the control of SALW

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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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      Challenges of Peace Implementation in Cote d'Ivoire
      2020-09-03

      Report on the proceedings of an international experts’ workshop, with, the theme “Challenges of Implementation in Cote d’Ivoire”, held at the Kofi Annan International peace keeping Training Centre, from 31 May to 2nd June 2004. Chapter VI discusses progress with DDR highlighting challenges with programme linkages to politocal committments and processes

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      Eritrea’s Economic Survival: Summary Record of Conference Held on 20 April 200
      2020-09-03

      Focuses on the political Economy of Eritrea in the no war-no peace stalemate that prevailed since 1998-2000 conflict with Ethiopia - specific presentation explores issues related to the re-mobilisation of formerly demobilised soldiers and lessons learned from pasdt DDR experiences.

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      Behind the Violence
      2020-09-03

      A historical overview and analysis of the conflict in Northern Uganda.

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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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      The Costs of Violence: Review of the evidence
      2020-09-03

      A review of studies and methodological approaches that attempt to estimate the cost of violence and conflict and its impact on development resources

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      Social Development Notes: Human Trafficking: A Brief Overview
      2020-09-03

      An overview of the issues of Human Trafficking. Given the involvement of some armed groups in cross border human traffcking activities likely to be of interest to DDR Practitioners.

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      What Happens to Youth During and After Wars?
      2020-09-03

      This useful paper explores in detrail issues related to the impact of dconflict on youth and, conversely, their impact on conflict dynamics. It covers issues related to youth recruitment into armed groups, their descoialisation, and reintegration. Aspects of post- conflict social cohesion are also explored. Case studies from Liberia and Sierra Leone are presented.

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      Integrating Mental Health and Psychosocial Interventions into World Bank Lending
      2020-09-03

      Provides useful definitions of mental and psych0-social health and well being and explores empirical data on the extent of issues faced in conflict and post conflict settings including impact at individual and broader level. Highlights ex-combatants as one of several groups of special concern. Provides advice on basic steps required and issues to consider when planning services and interventions.

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      Negotiating Post-war Identities Child Soldiers in Mozambique and Angola
      2020-09-03

      Useful exploration of issues related to de-scoialisation and initiation strategies employed by insurgent groups amongst children and how in post conflict settings post war identities had to be constructed to enable social reintegration. Includes exploration of the use of traditional systems in Angola and Mozambique.

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      Priority Plan for Peace Building in the Comoros
      2020-09-03

      Interesting example of what might be considered a simply articulated Transitional Results Framework for Peacebuilding in the Comoros Context - developed by the Government of the Union des Comores with external support. Highlights proposed DDR interventions within the context of wider stabilisation efforts centered around other risk groups - makes linkages to wider PRSP and sectoral policies.

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      The African Union Operations in Comoros-MAES and Operations Democracy
      2020-09-03

      Detailed description and analysis of the AU Electoral and Security Assistance Mission to Comoros. Contains detailed background on the origins of conflict - brief mention of DDR responsibilities.

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