Regional Practices and Challenges in Conflict Resolution in Latin America

Session Submission Type: Panel

Abstract

This panel aims to discuss a broad spectrum of conflict resolution issues from a Latin American perspective. It will focus on how to generate analytical frameworks contributing to a better understanding of conflict and violence in the region and how to foster practical capacities and the strengthening of institutional and legal/normative mechanisms for conflict resolution. The specific objectives are the following:
a) to evaluate theoretical and conceptual perspectives on conflict resolution;b) to discuss empirical work focused on inter-state, domestic and transnational conflicts; c) to evaluate policy options for preventing and responding to regional, national and local crises.

Sub Track

• International Relations

Session Organizers

• Rut C Diamint, Universidad Torcuato Di Tella

• Claudia Fuentes Julio, PUC-Rio de Janeiro

Chair

• Rut C Diamint, Universidad Torcuato Di Tella

Individual Presentations

• Conflict Resolution and Security Management in Latin America: A governance approach - Andrea Oelsner, University of Aberdeen

• Violent Conflict Prevention/Resolution in Latin America and the Carribbean:Nexus of Regional and Global Institutions - Francine Jacome

• The Colombian Peace Process: A Critical Test for Peacekeeping? - Arturo C Sotomayor, University of Texas at San Antonio

• Brazil in Conflict Resolution:Principles, Policies, and Practices - Claudia Fuentes Julio, PUC-Rio de Janeiro

Discussant

• Monica Herz, PUC-Rio