The link between DDR and SSR in conflict-affected countries / Sean McFate.

Format:

Book

Government document

Author/Creator:

McFate, Sean

Contributor:

United States Institute of Peace

Series:

Special report (United States Institute of Peace) ; 238.

Special report ; 238

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Disarmament.

Armed Forces--Demobilization.

Armed Forces.

Nation-building.

Military discharge.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (15 pages).

Other Title:

Link between disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration and security sector reform in conflict-affected countries

Place of Publication:

Washington, DC : U.S. Institute of Peace, [2010]

Summary:

Disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) and security sector reform (SSR) processes should be interrelated and mutually reinforcing. As DDR and SSR share the same objective-- consolidation of the state's monopoly of force to uphold the rule of law-- they succeed or fail together and should be planned, resourced, implemented, and evaluated in a coordinated manner. The natural point of intersection for DDR and SSR is in the reintegration phase, as many ex-combatants find employment in the security apparatus that SSR creates. DDR helps ensure the long-term success of SSR, as it shifts ex-combatants into the new security forces, where they no longer threaten the state's monopoly of force. If done properly, this reinforces the peace settlement by fostering mutual trust between former enemies, encouraging further disarmament and transition into civilian life. SSR helps ensure the long-term success of DDR, as security-sector governance includes ministry programs that provide for the welfare of former combatants. This focus prevents ex-combatants from becoming insurgents or joining criminal gangs. At the same time, effective SSR produces professional security forces that can control spoilers and contain violence. DDR and SSR together promote development by preserving resources and infrastructure, freeing and managing labor, and supporting reconciliation that encourages investment and entrepreneurship. They also promote the interests of women, minorities, and former child soldiers, who should be supported in a consistent manner between the two programs.

Contents:

Introduction

DDR and SSR linkages

SSR : a key link in the transition from war to peace

DDR : a parallel support for SSR

Challenges of integrating DDR and SSR

Conclusions and recommendations.

Notes:

Title from title screen (viewed on May 14, 2010).

"May 2010."

Includes bibliographical references (page 13).

Other Format:

Print version: McFate, Sean. Link between DDR and SSR in conflict-affected countries

OCLC:

614375078