Introduction: Still time to talk

Still time to talk

Mediators are inherently adaptive. Their work is grounded in the world as it is and, in their support of conflict parties and others seeking to move from war to peace, necessarily imbued with hope of what the world of tomorrow might become. Yet the policy and practice of mediation have struggled to keep pace with the changing realities of conflict and global politics. The value of mediation as a tool to facilitate political solutions to violent conflict is therefore under severe pressure.

Still time to talk

How can mediators adapt to the changing realities of conflict and global politics? Accord 30 examines the evolving mediation landscape and explores innovative approaches to engage armed groups, navigate the digital environment, and ensure diverse views are incorporated into peace processes.

Jonathan Cohen

Jonathan Cohen

Jonathan was appointed Executive Director of Conciliation Resources in May 2016. He joined Conciliation Resources in 1997 and developed the Caucasus programme focusing on dialogue and confidence building initiatives to promote peacebuilding in the Caucasus. In September 2008 he became Director of Programmes overseeing Conciliation Resources’s regional programmes in the Caucasus, Colombia, West Africa, East and Central Africa, the Horn of Africa, the Philippines, Fiji and India/Pakistan in relation to Kashmir. 

Dr Juweria Ali

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Dr Juweria Ali

Dr Juweria Ali is a Research Fellow at the University of Westminster’s Centre for the Study of Democracy (CSD), and has conducted PeaceRep research on behalf of Conciliation Resources. Her research interests focus on critical international relations theory and practice, and the politics of nation and state-building in the Horn of Africa. 

Sustaining peace and reconciliation in the Somali region of Ethiopia through cross-border Somali peace networks

Reconciliation among different groups and communities in the Somali Regional State (SRS) in Ethiopia is an ongoing challenge, after a 2018 peace deal ended many years of insurgency. Social and political links between various Somali communities are strong and reach over borders and boundaries across the Horn of Africa. These connections have a major impact on how reconciliation moves forward in the SRS.

Youth Ambassadors for Peace Centre (YAP) - Papua New Guinea (Hela)

The Youth Ambassadors for Peace Centre in Hela Province in the Highlands of PNG is an initiative led by the United Church in PNG. Focusing on supporting peacebuilding training for community leaders and actively engaging in conflict mediation throughout Hela, it serves as a vital resource for fostering positive change and resolving disputes, contributing to the peaceful coexistence and development of the community.

Bougainville Women's Federation (BWF) - Papua New Guinea (Bougainville)

The Bougainville Women’s Federation (BWF) located in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville is committed to advancing women’s rights, empowering women through education and economic opportunities, advocating against gender-based violence, and promoting women’s participation in politics and decision-making. Their holistic approach focuses on improving the social, economic, and political well-being of women in Bougainville.

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