Editorial article of special issue on civil resistance in contexts of armed conflict

What is it about?

This article focuses on the main features of civil resistance in contexts of armed conflict, and explains how civil resistance can be a vehicle for peacebuilding and development. It analyses how the specific dynamics of armed conflict shapes nonviolent resistance, the diverse targets and goals of civil resistance in such contexts, and its legacies.

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Why is it important?

This article is the first of its kind to analyse the specific features of civil resistance in contexts of armed conflict and how it can contribute to peacebuilding and development. It draws on the various articles and briefings in the special issue, as well as previous research by the authors, and brings unique insights into this emerging area of research.

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