| ID | 170286 |
| Title Proper | Local/International Interface in Peacebuilding |
| Other Title Information | Experiences from Bougainville and Sierra Leone |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Boege, Volker ; Rinck, Patricia |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In this article, internationally supported peacebuilding is conceptualized as a cross-cultural relational endeavour, with international and local actors engaged in multiple forms of interactions in a local everyday context. Using a cultural-relational approach, two cases of peacebuilding are presented: Bougainville and Sierra Leone, which are at opposite poles of the spectrum of international-local peacebuilding interaction. Peacebuilding on Bougainville has drawn relatively little attention; the international intervention there was modest and small in size, and locals had considerable control of the peace process. By contrast, Sierra Leone is one of the best-known cases of peacebuilding, with massive external engagement and comprehensive external control. Both cases are considered success stories, but they differ considerably due to the differences in local-international relations. This is explained by focusing on two interrelated core aspects of the local-international interface: building relationships and trust, and security provision. Furthermore, another generally underestimated dimension of peacebuilding is explored, namely culturally different understandings of the spiritual realm and their effects on peacebuilding interventions. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Peacekeeping Vol. 26, No.2; Apr 2019: p.216-239 |
| Journal Source | International Peacekeeping Vol: 26 No 2 |
| Key Words | Sierra Leone ; Bougainville ; Relational Peacebuilding ; International-Local Relationships ; Cross-Cultural Interactions |