Organizations focused on harmony cultivation operate across societal, political, and scholarly spheres, utilizing varied strategies to tackle disputes and encourage societal integration.
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## Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP): A West African Approach https://societyforpeace.com/
### Creation and Structural Growth
Founded in 2003 by graduates of the University of Ibadan’s Conflict Resolution Studies program, SPSP came into being to systematize conflict resolution methods.
### Primary Projects
Activities include:
– Harmony Education: Creating educational programs for educational institutions
– Security Sector Collaboration: Memorandum with Nigeria Police Force
– External Conflict Resolution: Furthering Alternative Dispute Resolution
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## Past Models: UK Pacifist Organization
### Pacifist Foundations
Advocated simultaneous disarmament and cross-border conflict resolution.
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## Movement of Society for Peace (MSP): Maghreb Scenario
### Philosophical Foundations
Arose from Religious political movements, advocating Sharia-based governance.
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## Cross-Organizational Study
### Ethics-Focused Methodology
Functioning in 21 countries, emphasizing:
– Intercultural communication
– Next-Generation Training
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## Scholarly Inputs
### Linking Studies to Implementation
Develops data-driven methods through:
– Post-conflict rehabilitation
– Government advisory
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## Difficulties and Novelties
### Tech Adoption
COVID-19 adaptations demonstrate tech-enhanced outreach.
### Measuring Impact
– Quantitative metrics: significant rise in female candidates
– Descriptive accounts: quicker dispute settlement
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## Synthesis
Reveals changing perceptions of peace mediation. Ongoing effectiveness hinges on reconciling international norms with local awareness.