Navigating the nexus of constitution-making and peace mediation in a multipolar world

Peace mediation almost inevitably deals with issues of constitutional relevance, and constitution-making efforts in fragile contexts are intensely affected by parallel or previous peace talks. Nonetheless, constitution-making and peace mediation are not necessarily coordinated or well-integrated. Neglecting the ‘constitution-mediation nexus’ can have tremendous consequences, undermining and devaluating both processes and their aspired outcomes. This guidance aims to support constitution-making and peace mediation practitioners in navigating the nexus in times of geopolitical change by providing an analytical framework and methodological toolbox.

Authors

Claudia Wiehler, Lars Kirchhoff, Luxshi Vimalarajah, Anna Dick, Carla Schraml, Felix Würkert