Security Sector Reform in Post-Conflict Peacebuilding

Bibliographic Details: DCAF, 2009. Series: Backgrounder Download Full Document - English  [1.0 MBytes] Translated Versions: Montenegrin [1.0 MBytes]

Abstract

What are the main features of a post-conflict environment? Post-conflict generally describes the period after intra or interstate hostilities have ceased, although violence may continue. Post-conflict usually follows a cease-fire or the signing of a formal peace agreement, whereby the major warring factions register their commitment to end hostilities and begin the process of reconstruction.

External actors can play an important role in a post-conflict environment. That role is the subject of this Backgrounder.

Description

What are the main features of a post-conflict environment?

What are the main security-related activities carried out in post-conflict peacebuilding?

Why is it important to integrate SSR into peace agreements?

Who are the main actors delivering SSR programmes in post-conflict peacebuilding?

How are SSR programmes delivered as part of post-conflict peacebuilding?

What are the key factors determining the success of SSR processes during post-conflict peacebuilding?