Comparative consultation
The theory and practice of ‘sharing lessons’ between peace processes
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 8912005 |
|---|---|
| Authors | David Mitchell (0000-0002-2803-5243, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2020 |
| Volume | 56 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 65-82 |
| Publication date | 2020-05-06 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Cooperation and Conflict (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0010-8367 • E-ISSN: 1460-3691 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/0010836720920914 |
| OpenAlex | W3021070935 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 7 |
| References cited | 19 |
Exchanges of expertise and experience between personnel involved in different peace processes are now a common feature of peacemaking worldwide. However, the goals, methods and impact of such interactions have been subject to little research. This article is the first scholarly analysis of what is here called ‘comparative consultation’. The article begins by conceptualising this work as a unique form of Track Two unofficial diplomacy, sharing the practical format and theoretical grounding of other Track Two approaches but differing in content. The empirical section is based on semi-structured interviews with 16 practitioners – primarily conflict resolution non-governmental organisation personnel and academics – who have facilitated dialogues on peace process topics (such as negotiation, transitional justice, grassroots peacebuilding) between peace process actors at various levels and from many contexts. It also draws on the author’s participation in a series of comparative consultation events. The findings focus on aspects of the organisation, purpose and potential, and limitations and possible risks of the practice. The conclusion sets out a model of the dimensions and potential impacts of comparative consultation and argues for its recognition as a distinct peace methodology. Avenues for further research and practice are outlined
Conflict resolution · Diplomacy · Empirical research · Epistemology · Grassroots · Negotiation · Peacebuilding · Peacemaking · Political science · Process (computing · Public relations · Sociology · Subject (documents · Global Peace and Security Dynamics · Law · Peacebuilding and International Security · Political Conflict and Governance · Public Administration
Conflict and communication
Failed Statebuilding Versus Peace Formation
Building peace
Oslo and Its Aftermath
A Greek–Turkish peace project
Borrowing and Lending in Peace Processes
Mediation in International Relations
Theory and Practice of International Mediation
The Local Turn in Peace Building
Track-II Diplomacy
Failed statebuilding versus peace formation
Using thematic analysis in psychology
Third party consultation
Evaluating the Contributions of Track-two Diplomacy to Conflict Termination in South Africa, 1984-90
Assessing Transfer from Track Two Diplomacy
| Unique citing works | 7 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1,4 |
| Citation span | 2021 - 2026 (6) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 7 |