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This report was possible, like peacebuilding itself, through multitude of government, UN and non-UN actors coming together to learn about our collective impact. We work best when we work together. - Bushra Hassan, Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Adviser PBSO Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eVG5qXvJ

Impact evaluations in the peacebuilding sector are possible and useful. Here is a new one on interventions in Darfur (before the resurgence of civil war) by International Initiative for Impact Evaluation (3ie) United Nations Bushra Hassan.

Happening now: The second session of the Breakfast Meeting on the Sudan Conflict, with the theme "Negotiating Peace in Sudan: Perspectives on Regional Approach" organised by the Institute for Peace and Security Studies - IPSS in collaboration with Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Ethiopia.

// EYE ON THE MIDDLE EAST // Watch this new interview with The Friends of Israel's Director of Ministry Support, Amy Hansen, as she discusses the humanitarian need in Israel and how your gifts are making a difference in the lives of Israelis.

“GLOBAL PEACE 2030” agenda means to bring Peace on Earth before 2030 ending all forms of fighting and violence. “GLOBAL PEACE 2030” project has been Initiated by Mr. Sappan KC whose aim is to bring peace on Earth, where all governments world wide and conflicting parties come together before 2030 with the common goal of Global peace.

https://lnkd.in/efNNpRse Let this crucial humanitarian issue be addressed in any peace deal.

The assessment made by peacekeeping scholar William J. Durch in 1993, which characterized MINURSO as an operation lacking the basic prerequisites for success, was indeed a pessimistic outlook. It highlighted the difficulties that peacekeeping missions face when the underlying conditions for a peaceful resolution are not met. The three decades that followed this evaluation have indeed been marked by a protracted and unresolved conflict in Western Sahara. The recent end to the long period of frozen conflict in Western Sahara, as evidenced by the Guerguerat crisis and the resumption of hostilities between Morocco and the Polisario Front in November 2020, raises significant questions about the role and effectiveness of MINURSO. For nearly three decades, MINURSO's primary role was to preserve the ceasefire, but with the resumption of hostilities, this function has been severely undermined. As a result, some observers may argue that the mission has lost its primary reason for being. However, it's important to note that the situation in conflict zones can be highly dynamic and complex. The effectiveness of peacekeeping missions like MINURSO often depends on various factors, including the willingness of the conflicting parties to engage in negotiations, the international community's support, and the changing political dynamics in the region. In response to the recent developments and the potential questioning of MINURSO's role, it may be necessary for the United Nations and the international community to reevaluate the mission's objectives and determine whether there are alternative ways to contribute to a lasting and peaceful resolution in Western Sahara. This could involve diplomatic efforts, international mediation, and addressing the root causes of the conflict. while the future of MINURSO remains uncertain, it is essential to consider the evolving dynamics in the Western Sahara conflict and explore alternative paths to achieving a sustainable and peaceful resolution in the region.

New Video: Colombia's Peace Process: 5 Signs of Progress As the decades-long civil conflict in #colombia continues, recent developments have led to increased optimism that a peaceful solution can be found. We spoke with peace experts about the current state of the peace process and its long-term outlook. You can find the video on our Youtube channel, or watch here: https://lnkd.in/g8eRSM3P