Dealing with the Past and Peace Mediation

Author(s): Political Affairs Division IV and swisspeace (in consultation with UN Mediation Support Unit)
Series: Peace Mediation Essentials
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies (CSS), ETH Zurich; swisspeace
Publication Year: 2009

Dealing with a legacy of gross human rights violations is one of the greatest challenges facing post-conflict societies. Experience suggests that there is a relationship between the ability to address this legacy in a comprehensive and inclusive manner, including initiatives to address root causes of conflict, and the potential to develop sustainable peace. This document was written by swisspeace and the Political Division IV of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. It was edited and published by the Mediation Support Project in consultation with the UN Mediation Support Unit.

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Series: Peace Mediation Essentials