I am very grateful to my wife, Melanie, who advised, supported and encouraged me to move forward ... more I am very grateful to my wife, Melanie, who advised, supported and encouraged me to move forward with this research, when obstacles seemed insurmountable. Writing a dissertation is not only an intellectual endeavor, it is also a psychological one. It tests one's resolve, stamina and determination. My mother Banen Christine, who left this world during this research, has always encouraged me to finish what I have started. The spirit of achievement, self-discipline and hard work, which helped her raise nine children, inspired me. I felt her gentle presence during the entire six years of this research. I would like to thank members of my dissertation committee. My chair, Dr. Jack Goldstone helped me translate complex concepts such as local ownership into operational constructs with concrete implications for development projects. Dr. Goldstone also guided and kept me focused throughout this project. Dr. Janine Wedel introduced me to qualitative research methods and taught me tools and tips without which, I could not have learned so much from my field work. Dr. Terrence Lyons's advices enriched my analysis and helped me grasp the complexity of many conflicts in Africa, including the conflict in Casamance, Senegal. Dr. Allison Frendak-Blume's constant feedback and constructive criticisms empowered me to apply analytical rigor and discipline required for this type of academic research. Dr. Clare Ignatowski offered her insightful perspectives that helped ground this dissertation in the field of international development and guided me through the maze of USAID's operations. Beth Eck and Shannon Williams constantly reminded me of all the deadlines; without their patience and understanding, I would not have been able to complete this work. I would not thank enough my friends Mikerlange Remplait, Amani M'bale,
Many authors, policy-makers, and practitioners argue that security is crucial for post-war initia... more Many authors, policy-makers, and practitioners argue that security is crucial for post-war initiatives; there can be no elections, empowerment of civil society, or economic prospects without security. By the same token, many argue that disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) are key processes in ensuring security during post-conflict reconstruction. However, experiences of DDR reveal an important international focus on resources for and commitment to disarmament and demobilisation with fewer resources devoted to reintegration.
A key difference between modern intrastate conflict and interstate war is the relative unimportan... more A key difference between modern intrastate conflict and interstate war is the relative unimportance of national borders. Modern conflicts are not contained by political boundaries, and even 'local' conflicts are no longer strictly internal. Neighbouring countries may face heightened instability due to economic, political, population, military and other spill-overs. Parties are organised around identities (religious, cultural, ethnic and tribal), including parties comprising factions of the army or civilians.
Measuring the Social Value of Innovation: A …, 2009
... persons per family, the 92.9 million poorest clients reached by the end of 2006 affected some... more ... persons per family, the 92.9 million poorest clients reached by the end of 2006 affected some 464,612,870 million family members, according to the Microcredit Summit Campaign. ... In less than 30 years, just like the Grameen Bank in the sector of micro-finance, Microsoft has ...
This report studies the relationship between conflict and education in Côte d'Ivoire, and suggest... more This report studies the relationship between conflict and education in Côte d'Ivoire, and suggests policy and program approaches for analysts and those engaged with education and peacebuilding in societies affected by conflict. Although the situation in Côte d'Ivoire has evolved since the main recommendations of this report were written in early 2008, the report, which was funded by the United States Institute of Peace's Education and Training Center, provides useful insights for interventions aimed at strengthening education within the country.
I am very grateful to my wife, Melanie, who advised, supported and encouraged me to move forward ... more I am very grateful to my wife, Melanie, who advised, supported and encouraged me to move forward with this research, when obstacles seemed insurmountable. Writing a dissertation is not only an intellectual endeavor, it is also a psychological one. It tests one's resolve, stamina and determination. My mother Banen Christine, who left this world during this research, has always encouraged me to finish what I have started. The spirit of achievement, self-discipline and hard work, which helped her raise nine children, inspired me. I felt her gentle presence during the entire six years of this research. I would like to thank members of my dissertation committee. My chair, Dr. Jack Goldstone helped me translate complex concepts such as local ownership into operational constructs with concrete implications for development projects. Dr. Goldstone also guided and kept me focused throughout this project. Dr. Janine Wedel introduced me to qualitative research methods and taught me tools and tips without which, I could not have learned so much from my field work. Dr. Terrence Lyons's advices enriched my analysis and helped me grasp the complexity of many conflicts in Africa, including the conflict in Casamance, Senegal. Dr. Allison Frendak-Blume's constant feedback and constructive criticisms empowered me to apply analytical rigor and discipline required for this type of academic research. Dr. Clare Ignatowski offered her insightful perspectives that helped ground this dissertation in the field of international development and guided me through the maze of USAID's operations. Beth Eck and Shannon Williams constantly reminded me of all the deadlines; without their patience and understanding, I would not have been able to complete this work. I would not thank enough my friends Mikerlange Remplait, Amani M'bale,
Many authors, policy-makers, and practitioners argue that security is crucial for post-war initia... more Many authors, policy-makers, and practitioners argue that security is crucial for post-war initiatives; there can be no elections, empowerment of civil society, or economic prospects without security. By the same token, many argue that disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) are key processes in ensuring security during post-conflict reconstruction. However, experiences of DDR reveal an important international focus on resources for and commitment to disarmament and demobilisation with fewer resources devoted to reintegration.
A key difference between modern intrastate conflict and interstate war is the relative unimportan... more A key difference between modern intrastate conflict and interstate war is the relative unimportance of national borders. Modern conflicts are not contained by political boundaries, and even 'local' conflicts are no longer strictly internal. Neighbouring countries may face heightened instability due to economic, political, population, military and other spill-overs. Parties are organised around identities (religious, cultural, ethnic and tribal), including parties comprising factions of the army or civilians.
Measuring the Social Value of Innovation: A …, 2009
... persons per family, the 92.9 million poorest clients reached by the end of 2006 affected some... more ... persons per family, the 92.9 million poorest clients reached by the end of 2006 affected some 464,612,870 million family members, according to the Microcredit Summit Campaign. ... In less than 30 years, just like the Grameen Bank in the sector of micro-finance, Microsoft has ...
This report studies the relationship between conflict and education in Côte d'Ivoire, and suggest... more This report studies the relationship between conflict and education in Côte d'Ivoire, and suggests policy and program approaches for analysts and those engaged with education and peacebuilding in societies affected by conflict. Although the situation in Côte d'Ivoire has evolved since the main recommendations of this report were written in early 2008, the report, which was funded by the United States Institute of Peace's Education and Training Center, provides useful insights for interventions aimed at strengthening education within the country.
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