PAST PROJECT

History dialogue as basis for normalisation of the Georgian-Abkhazian conflict

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We support our partners in overcoming the 'silence on history' that characterises many interactions across conflict lines and acknowledge the grievances caused by violence and injustice on all sides.

Timeframe: 2012 - 2024


In our work on history dialogue in the Georgian-Abkhaz conflict, participants from different age groups in both societies engage in a dialogue on history. We strive to support our partners in overcoming the 'silence on history' that characterises many interactions across conflict lines and acknowledge the grievances caused by violence and injustice on all sides. Thus, we contribute to the goal of building sustainable, trustful relationships between civil society actors on all sides, while bolstering sustainability in the entire peacebuilding system.

In these dialogue processes, participants exchange stories about their own history in a strictly biographical mode, listening to different voices and sharing various experiences. Voicing grievances and appreciating the other sides’ losses can initiate a step towards forgiveness.

Listen to their stories and find out more in our Oral History Archive.

Oliver Wolleh spoke with Georgian media organization Studio Re about challenges and opportunities for confidence-building in the Georgian-Abkhazian context:

 

Oliver Wolleh also spoke with Eurasia Peace about his research interests, as well as his work with Berghof's Caucasus programme over the years:

 

Background

Partners and funding

Activities

 

 

 

Project lead

Oliver Wolleh
Senior Advisor
o.wolleh@berghof-foundation.org

Team members

Tamila Gvadzhava
Izzat Khushbakov

 


Media contact

You can reach the press team at:
+49 (0) 177 7052758
press@berghof-foundation.org