Principles of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution 4/19/2018 Principles of Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
All people desire to live in a world of peace and harmony. 4/19/2018 All people desire to live in a world of peace and harmony.
Conflict Begins within the Individual. 4/19/2018 Conflict Begins within the Individual. Selfishness Unselfishness
Selfishness Basis for conflict Living only for oneself Vengeance 4/19/2018 Basis for conflict Living only for oneself Vengeance Prejudice Greed Selfishness
Unselfishness Basis for harmony Living for others Self-control 4/19/2018 Basis for harmony Self-control Humility Service Living for others Fairness Forgiveness Generosity Unselfishness
4/19/2018 Nelson Mandela “The first thing is to be honest with yourself. You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself.”
Individual Choice: To resolve or repeat past conflicts 4/19/2018 Individual Choice: To resolve or repeat past conflicts Past Each person passes on either the problem or the solution. Future
Does Fighting Resolve Conflict? 4/19/2018 Does Fighting Resolve Conflict? Fighting does not resolve conflict Doesn’t end hard feelings or dislike Tempts the “loser” to seek revenge.
Steps in Conflict Resolution 4/19/2018 Steps in Conflict Resolution Step 1. Self reflection & reorientation Consider how one might have dealt with the problem differently. Take responsibility for one’s contribution to the conflict. Step 2. Reversal & restitution Address whatever caused the other to feel hurt and violated. Be open to efforts to reconcile. Seek to correct injustices instead of exacting revenge. Step 3. Reconciliation & renewal Do not retaliate. Forgive and be open to receive forgiveness. Resolve to help the other to change. Foster good will.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 4/19/2018 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “We never get rid of an enemy by meeting hate with hate; we get rid of an enemy by getting rid of enmity.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY5TWVz5ZDU
Actions That Lead to Peace 4/19/2018 Actions That Lead to Peace Humility: - Admitting to not always being right - Being open to learn from others Generosity: - Giving beyond convenience - Giving unconditionally, without expectation of return Service: - Showing acts of caring to meet others’ needs - Respecting the dignity of the others
What Is Needed Leaders …? 4/19/2018 Ambassadors for Peace Has concern for both sides. Affirms the value of both sides. Treats both sides fairly. Aim for a win-win outcome (Habit #4) . Guide both sides beyond blame and accusation.