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What role can nonviolent social movements play in peace talks?
Despite nonviolent movements being associated with more inclusive and durable peace agreements, they are rarely included in peace processes.
- blog post 14 Aug 2024
- Author(s) Margherita Belgioioso, Matthew D. Cebul, Véronique Dudouet, Maria Antonia Montes, Bryan Sims
The Berlin Moot 2024Report
The inaugural edition of The Berlin Moot conference brought together experts from diverse fields with peace and mediation practitioners to explore how we can reshape peacemaking. Read key findings and recommendations from the conference.
- Year 2024
Building bridges for nonviolent changeWomen as insider mediators during the October 2019 protests in Iraq
The October 2019 protests in Iraq were notable for their scale, spontaneity, and widespread participation, particularly by young people and women. This report documents the roles of Iraqi women as insider mediators within the movement, highlighting their efforts to maintain peace and build trust among protesters, police, and other stakeholders. Based on interviews with activists across five governorates, the report also examines the gender dynamics and challenges these women faced in mediation, offering insights into their capacity-building needs.
- Year 2024
- Author(s) Ilham Makki Hammadi
Building bridges for non-violent changeWomen as insider mediators in Thailandʼs 2020–2022 pro-democracy movements
The youth-led pro-democracy protests in Thailand from 2020-2022 represented a major turning point in the country’s political landscape. Women played prominent roles, demonstrating resilience and leadership throughout the movement. This research report focuses on women’s roles as insider mediators in resolving conflicts between protesters and authorities, examining the gender dynamics at play. It also explores strategies to support women in sustaining their mediation roles, providing recommendations for enhancing their capacities and effectiveness.
- Year 2024
- Author(s) Bencharat Sae Chua, Duanghathai Buranajaroenkij