1. ICTs in Post-Conflict Situations An emerging research agenda March 15, 2012, 16:15-17:30pm

2. Information for Development Program Acknowledging links between conflict and development Understanding the role of ICT in post-conflict situations Emerging field, little to no prior research Insights for prioritization of ICT policy initiatives after conflicts and revolutions Two-part program 1.Six case studies (Afghanistan, Liberia, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, Tunisia) 2.Distilling findings and lessons from cases into policy framework Funding by UKaid Partnering with ICT for peace foundation 2 Overview of infoDev’s study

3. Information for Development Program Case study presentations Prof. Michael Best, Georgia Tech on the Liberia case study Prof. Rohan Samarajiva, founding CEO of LIRNEasia on the Sri Lanka case study Zack Brisson, Principal of Reboot on the Tunisia case study Discussants Heather Leson, Director Community of Engagement, Ushahidi Prof. Colin Maclay, Managing Director of the Berkman Center at Harvard University 3 Today’s session

4. Information for Development Program Economic impact & job growth ICTs can be at the core of quick growth policies (e.g., mobiles, int’l settlements) Inclusion ICTs can represent a “light-weight” infrastructure, better able to bridge divides (e.g., in access to public services, civic participation, economy & job market) Civic participation Social media and ICT for accountability give voice to the people Reconciliation and nation-building ICTs help in development of social capital and trust (e.g., through outreach of Truth and Reconciliation Commissions (TRCs)) Data gathering and crowdsourcing ICTs are ideal for crisis mapping and improving emergency help & transparency 4 Some emerging themes

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