sustainable peace

An article that links psychosocial theories with the social energies of reconciliation, then applies this framework to the case of Guatemala, emphasizing the value of linking the literatures of peace psychology and conflict transformation.

A chapter highlighting contributions to the practice of grassroots peacebuilding from Somalia and Liberia.

A conference paper reflecting on the challenges and dilemmas posted in building sustainable peace in the post-accord phase of conflict.

A published chapter of John Paul's remarks at the Beyond Violence Conference in Belfast, Northern Ireland in November 1994.

A concluding keynote address delivered at the Building Sustainable Peace Conference, hosted by the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame.

A study focusing on how mediation has been used in conflict management within Nicaragua with particular reference to the Esquipulas peace process.

A paper outlining Mennonite Central Committee peacemaking involvement in Somalia/Somaliland between 1989 and 1993.

Written while stranded in Guatemala after September 11, an essay suggesting a number of lessons learned from peace initiatives where terrorism was employed as a tool of struggle and calling for new approaches to combating the challenge.