Culture In Conflict

Author : Kevin Avruch
Publisher : US Institute of Peace Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1878379828

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Culture & Conflict Resolution by Kevin Avruch Pdf

After years of relative neglect, culture is finally receiving due recognition as a key factor in the evolution and resolution of conflicts. Unfortunately, however, when theorists and practitioners of conflict resolution speak of culture, they often understand and use it in a bewildering and unhelpful variety of ways. With sophistication and lucidity, "Culture and Conflict Resolution" exposes these shortcomings and proposes an alternative conception in which culture is seen as dynamic and derivative of individual experience. The book explores divergent theories of social conflict and differing strategies that shape the conduct of diplomacy, and examines the role that culture has (and has not) played in conflict resolution. The author is as forceful in critiquing those who would dismiss or diminish culture s relevance as he is trenchant in advocating conflict resolution approaches that make the most productive use of a coherent concept of culture. In a lively style, Avruch challenges both scholars and practitioners not only to develop a clearer understanding of what culture is, but also to take that understanding and incorporate it into more effective conflict resolution processes."

Author : Essien, Essien
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781799825753

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Handbook of Research on the Impact of Culture in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding by Essien, Essien Pdf

The contemporary conflict scenarios are beyond the reach of standardized approaches to conflict resolution. Given the curious datum that culture is implicated in nearly every conflict in the world, culture can also be an important aspect of efforts to transform destructive conflicts into more constructive social processes. Yet, what culture is and how culture matters in conflict scenarios is contested and regrettably unexplored. The Handbook of Research on the Impact of Culture in Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding is a critical publication that examines cultural differences in conflict resolution based on various aspects of culture such as morals, traditions, and laws. Highlighting a wide range of topics such as criminal justice, politics, and technological development, this book is essential for educators, social scientists, sociologists, political leaders, government officials, academicians, conflict resolution practitioners, world peace organizations, researchers, and students.

Author : Douglas P. Fry,Kaj Bj”rkqvist,Kaj Bjorkqvist
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781135808839

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Cultural Variation in Conflict Resolution by Douglas P. Fry,Kaj Bj”rkqvist,Kaj Bjorkqvist Pdf

This volume's central purpose is to provide a clearly written, scholarly exploration of cultural variation regarding conflict resolution and in so doing, highlight certain alternatives to violence. It presents an interdisciplinary examination of how conflicts are perceived and handled in a variety of cultural settings. Drawing on data and models from anthropology, psychology, and political science, the chapters analyze conflict resolution across the societal spectrum, including cases from Western and non-Western traditions, complex and tribal societies, and violent and non-violent cultures. While demonstrating the extremely important impact of culture on conflict resolution processes, the book does not solely emphasize cultural specificity. Rather--through introductory chapters, section introductions, and a concluding chapter--the volume editors draw attention to cross-cultural patterns in an attempt to further the search for more general conflict principles. An explicit message throughout the book is that alternatives to violence exist. The volume demonstrates that at various levels--from the interpersonal to the international-- conflicts can be handled in ways that cause far less pain and destruction than violence. Chapters by psychologists discuss social and cognitive processes for facilitating the learning of alternatives to violence among children and youth. Anthropology contributors explore mechanisms for dealing with social conflict which allow some cultures to remain relatively peaceful and consider implications of their work for reducing violence in other societies. Chapters by former President of Costa Rica, Oscar Arias, and by political scientists examine how non-violent political solutions can be employed as alternatives to warfare and violent resistence.

Author : Stefanie Stadler
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-12
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780429828942

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Conflict, Culture and Communication by Stefanie Stadler Pdf

Conflict, Culture and Communication provides a coherent, research-informed overview of conflict and intercultural communication. Aimed at encouraging and enabling conflict prevention, this book contributes to a better understanding of the factors that create, foster and exacerbate conflict in intercultural interaction and discusses how conflict can be handled, managed and resolved once it has manifested. Furthermore, this book: Critically assesses the repercussions of prevalent conflict management approaches, providing insights into best practices and sustainable conflict resolution outcomes. Combines insights from multiple disciplines and cultures, including Asia, Europe, Oceania, and North and South America, in order to arrive at a holistic and balanced understanding of the complexities inherent in negotiating conflict across cultural contexts. Avoids cultural stereotyping by discussing both between-culture variation and within-culture variation. Conflict, Culture and Communication is essential reading for students and researchers of applied linguistics, communication studies and international business, as well as anyone interested in learning more about this growing area.

Author : Duane Elmer
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1993-12-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830816577

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Cross-Cultural Conflict by Duane Elmer Pdf

Duane Elmer offers a thorough and practical handbook for conflict resolution across Asian, Hispanic, African and Western cultures.

Author : Mary Adams Trujillo,S. Y. Bowland,Linda James Myers,Phillip M. Richards,Beth Roy
Publisher : Syracuse University Press
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008-06-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0815631871

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Re-Centering Culture and Knowledge in Conflict Resolution Practice by Mary Adams Trujillo,S. Y. Bowland,Linda James Myers,Phillip M. Richards,Beth Roy Pdf

The field of conflict resolution centers on relationships and ways of approaching methods for problem solving. These relationships and approaches vary deeply depending on the individual, society, and background, proving that cultural perspective is fundamental to any dispute intervention. Re-Centering Culture and Knowledge in Conflict Resolution Practice is a collection of original essays by scholars and practitioners of conflict resolution and others working in marginalized communities. The volume offers a sampling of the cultural voices essential to effective practice yet not commonly heard in the discourse of conflict resolution. The authors explore the role of culture, race, and oppression in resolving disputes. Drawing on firsthand experience and sound research, the authors address such issues as culturally sensitive mediation practices, the diversity of perspectives in conflict resolution literature, and power dynamics. The first anthology of its kind, this book combines personal narratives with formal scholarship. By melding these varied approaches, the authors seek to inspire activism for social justice in today’s multicultural society.

Author : Stephen J. Blank,Karl P. Magyar,Al Et Al
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2002-06-01
Category : History
ISBN : 1410200485

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Conflict, Culture, and History by Stephen J. Blank,Karl P. Magyar,Al Et Al Pdf

Five specialists examine the historical relationship of culture and conflict in various regional societies. The authors use Adda B. Bozeman's theories on conflict and culture as the basis for their analyses of the causes, nature, and conduct of war and conflict in the Soviet Union, the Middle East, Sinic Asia (China, Japan, and Vietnam), Latin America, and Africa. Drs. Blank, Lawrence Grinter, Karl P. Magyar, Lewis B. Ware, and Bynum E. Weathers conclude that non-Western cultures and societies do not reject war but look at violence and conflict as a normal and legitimate aspect of sociopolitical behavior.

Author : Thomas H. Johnson,Barry Zellen
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780804789219

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Culture, Conflict, and Counterinsurgency by Thomas H. Johnson,Barry Zellen Pdf

The authors of Culture, Conflict and Counterinsurgency contend that an enduring victory can still be achieved in Afghanistan. However, to secure it we must better understand the cultural foundations of the continuing conflicts that rage across Afghanistan and neighboring Pakistan, and shift our strategy from an attritional engagement to a smarter war plan that embraces these cultural dimensions. They examine the nexus of culture, conflict, and strategic intervention, and attempt to establish if culture is important in a national security and foreign policy context, and to explore how cultural phenomena and information can best be used by the military. In the process they address just how intimate cultural knowledge needs to be to counter an insurgency effectively. Finally, they establish exactly how good we've been at building and utilizing cultural understanding in Afghanistan, what the operational impact of that understanding has been, and where we must improve to maximize our use of cultural knowledge in preparing for and engaging in future conflicts.

Author : Kevin Avruch
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317262053

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Context and Pretext in Conflict Resolution by Kevin Avruch Pdf

Written by a distinguished scholar, this book explores themes of culture, identity, and power as they relate to conceptions of practice in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Among the topics covered are ethnic and identity conflicts; culture, relativism and human rights; post-conflict trauma and reconciliation; and modeling varieties of conflict resolution practice. Context and Pretext in Conflict Resolution is the winner of the 2014 Conflict Research Society Book of the Year Prize.

Author : Michelle Lebaron,Vanashri Pillay
Publisher : Nicholas Brealey
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2006-11-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1931930228

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Conflict Across Cultures by Michelle Lebaron,Vanashri Pillay Pdf

Cultural differences among members of any group-be it a multinational business team or an international family-are frequently the source of misunderstanding and can lead to conflict. With powerful techniques for resolving or at least reducing conflicts, scholars and teachers from around the globe demystify the intricate and important relationship between conflict and culture. Stories, which are at the heart of the book, come from a wide variety of groups and locations, and they give sound counsel for all kinds of settings: business, law, government, non-governmental agencies, schools, communities and families. Conflict across Cultures is written by a new generation of conflict resolution scholars from four parts of the world: Canada, South Africa, Japan and the US. They describe processes and help build the skills necessary for successful conflict resolution. Here is a new framework for understanding others-a map for making progress through differences that can otherwise overwhelm us. Conflict across Cultures offers hope in countering the view that differences must divide us.

Author : Paula Holmes-Eber
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-05-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780804791908

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Culture in Conflict by Paula Holmes-Eber Pdf

In response to the irregular warfare challenges facing the U.S. in Iraq and Afghanistan in 2005, General James Mattis—then commander of Marine Corps Combat Development Command—established a new Marine Corps cultural initiative. The goal was simple: teach Marines to interact successfully with the local population in areas of conflict. The implications, however, were anything but simple: transform an elite military culture founded on the principles of "locate, close with, and destroy the enemy" into a "culturally savvy" Marine Corps. Culture in Conflict: Irregular Warfare, Culture Policy, and the Marine Corps examines the conflicted trajectory of the Marine Corps' efforts to institute a radical culture policy into a military organization that is structured and trained to fight conventional wars. More importantly, however, it is a compelling book about America's shifting military identity in a new world of unconventional warfare.

Author : Nina Wallerstein
Publisher : Addison Wesley Publishing Company
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : STANFORD:36105032750874

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Language and Culture in Conflict by Nina Wallerstein Pdf

Author : Stella Ting-Toomey,John G. Oetzel
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2001-07-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781506320267

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Managing Intercultural Conflict Effectively by Stella Ting-Toomey,John G. Oetzel Pdf

In this volume, Ting-Toomey and Oetzel accomplish two objectives: to explain the culture-based situational conflict model, including the relationship among conflict, ethnicity, and culture; and, second, integrate theory and practice in the discussion of interpersonal conflict in culture, ethnic, and gender contexts. While the book is theoretically directed, it is also a down-to-earth practical book that contains ample examples, conflict dialogues, and critical incidents. Managing Intercultural Conflict Effectively helps to illustrate the complexity of intercultural conflict interactions and readers will gain a broad yet integrative perspective in assessing intercultural conflict situations. The book is a multidisciplinary text that draws from the research work of a variety of disciplines such as cross-cultural psychology, social psychology, sociology, marital and family studies, international management, and communication.

Author : Warren R. Hofstra
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2007-05-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780742576100

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Cultures in Conflict by Warren R. Hofstra Pdf

The Seven Years' War (1754–1763) was a pivotal event in the history of the Atlantic world. Perspectives on the significance of the war and its aftermath varied considerably from different cultural vantage points. Northern and western Indians, European imperial authorities, and their colonial counterparts understood and experienced the war (known in the United States as the French and Indian War) in various ways. In many instances the progress of the conflict was charted by cultural differences and the implications participants drew from cultural encounters. It is these cultural encounters, their meaning in the context of the Seven Years' War, and their impact on the war and its diplomatic settlement that are the subjects of this volume. Cultures in Conflict: The Seven Years' War in North America addresses the broad pattern of events that framed this conflict's causes, the intercultural dynamics of its conduct, and its profound impact on subsequent events—most notably the American Revolution and a protracted Anglo-Indian struggle for continental control. Warren R. Hofstra has gathered the best of contemporary scholarship on the war and its social and cultural history. The authors examine the viewpoints of British and French imperial authorities, the issues motivating Indian nations in the Ohio Valley, the matter of why and how French colonists fought, the diplomatic and social world of Iroquois Indians, and the responses of British colonists to the conflict. The result of these efforts is a dynamic historical approach in which cultural context provides a rationale for the well-established military and political narrative of the Seven Years' War. These synthetic and interpretive essays mark out new territory in our understanding of the Seven Years' War as we recognize its 250th anniversary.

Author : Jason S. Polley,Vinton W.K. Poon,Lian-Hee Wee
Publisher : Springer
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-03-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789811077661

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Cultural Conflict in Hong Kong by Jason S. Polley,Vinton W.K. Poon,Lian-Hee Wee Pdf

This book examines how in navigating Hong Kong’s colonial history alongside its ever-present Chinese identity, the city has come to manifest a conflicting socio-cultural plurality. Drawing together scholars, critics, commentators, and creators on the vanguard of the emerging field of Hong Kong Studies, the essay volume presents a gyroscopic perspective that discerns what is made in from what is made into Hong Kong while weaving a patchwork of the territory’s contested local imaginary. This collection celebrates as it critiques the current state of Hong Kong society on the 20th anniversary of its handover to China. The gyroscopic outlook of the volume makes it a true area studies book-length treatment of Hong Kong, and a key and interdisciplinary read for students and scholars wishing to explore the territory’s complexities.