Conflict Security & Development
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Research into Action for a Secure Future
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Researching Armed Groups and Violence:
The journal emphasizes the study of armed groups, their roles in conflicts, and the ethical implications of researching them. This includes exploring how these groups impact social structures and development. - Security Development Nexus:
A core focus is on the interplay between security and development, examining how development policies can either mitigate or exacerbate conflict situations. - Transitional Justice and Reintegration:
The journal addresses issues of transitional justice, particularly the challenges involved in reintegrating ex-combatants into society, and the effectiveness of various approaches in post-conflict settings. - Local and Global Governance:
It explores the dynamics of governance at both local and global levels, including the role of international organizations and local actors in conflict management and peacebuilding. - Gender Perspectives in Conflict:
The journal highlights the importance of gender in conflict and development discussions, analyzing women's roles and contributions to peacebuilding and security. - Environmental and Economic Factors in Conflict:
It investigates how environmental issues and economic conditions influence conflict dynamics, including resource management and the impact of corruption.
Trending and Emerging
- Ethics in Conflict Research:
There is a rising focus on the ethical dimensions of researching armed groups and conflict zones, highlighting the need for responsible research practices that consider the implications for affected communities. - Food Systems and Non-State Actors:
Emerging research examines the role of non-state armed groups in local food systems, emphasizing the intersection of conflict, security, and food security. - Local Peacebuilding Initiatives:
A significant trend is the increasing attention to local peacebuilding efforts and the effectiveness of community-driven approaches in conflict resolution. - Climate Change and Security:
The journal is increasingly addressing the implications of climate change on security and conflict, reflecting a growing recognition of environmental factors as key drivers of instability. - Intersectionality in Conflict Studies:
There is a notable rise in the examination of intersectional issues within conflict studies, particularly regarding gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status, which enriches the understanding of conflict dynamics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Peacebuilding Mechanisms:
There seems to be a reduction in papers discussing conventional peacebuilding mechanisms, which may indicate a shift towards more innovative and localized approaches in addressing conflicts. - Counterinsurgency Strategies:
Research on counterinsurgency strategies has waned, possibly due to a growing recognition of the complexities and failures associated with such operations, leading to a focus on alternative conflict resolution methods. - State-Centric Approaches to Security:
The traditional focus on state-centric security frameworks appears to be less prevalent, as the journal increasingly emphasizes non-state actors and grassroots initiatives in conflict settings. - Military Solutions to Developmental Issues:
There is a noticeable decline in the exploration of military solutions to developmental problems, reflecting a growing skepticism towards militarized approaches in conflict resolution. - Historical Analyses of Past Conflicts:
Research centered on historical analyses of past conflicts seems to be diminishing, perhaps in favor of contemporary case studies that address current challenges in conflict and development.
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