Flashcards on Foundations of Peace and Conflict Studies
Foundations of Peace and Conflict Studies: A Student Guide
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Peace and Conflict: Resolution
40 cards
Card 1
Question: Why does the framing of a conflict matter for its resolution?
Answer: Because definitions are not neutral: framing determines what is measured, who is blamed, and what solutions are considered possible, affecting both th
Card 2
Question: If a situation is framed as terrorism, what types of responses are typically applied?
Answer: Security responses: coercive measures or the use of military force.
Card 3
Question: If the same situation is framed as political exclusion, what responses might be prioritized?
Answer: Reforms, dialogue, and inclusion.
Card 4
Question: How can framing influence the statistical analysis of conflicts?
Answer: If researchers only count battle deaths, they might overlook repression, famine, discrimination, or unilateral violence against civilians.
Card 5
Question: According to the content, what is the main objective of peace and conflict studies?
Answer: To understand why individuals and groups engage in conflictual behaviors, especially violent behaviors.
Card 6
Question: Provide the definition of conflict proposed by Ramsbotham, Woodhouse, and Miall (2017).
Answer: "A relationship between two or more parties who believe they have incompatible goals."
Card 7
Question: Mention three disciplinary approaches and what aspects of conflict they emphasize (according to the content).
Answer: Political Science: power and institutions; Psychology: emotions, perceptions, and stereotypes; Sociology: social inequalities and group dynamics.
Card 8
Question: What are Galtung's three peace strategies, and what is the main focus of each?
Answer: 1) Peacekeeping: stopping direct violence (e.g., ceasefires, monitoring missions, separation of forces). 2) Peacemaking: changing narratives and promo
Card 9
Question: What is the objective of Galtung's TRANSCEND method?
Answer: To go beyond stopping violence by seeking creative, non-violent solutions that satisfy the needs of all involved parties.
Card 10
Question: Mention and briefly explain the four main principles of the TRANSCEND method.
Answer: 1) Focus on underlying needs: understand real needs, not just public positions. 2) Avoid "either/or" thinking: seek creative alternatives that do not