International Alert: 20 Years of Peace Building

Despite the promises heralded by the end of the Cold War, the past 20 years have been some of the most destructive in history. Countries across the world have been torn apart by wars between and within states; generations have been shattered by acts of extreme violence – including genocide and many people have lost their lives to appalling acts of terrorism.

The pursuit of peace requires time and commitment. While the responsibility for peace building ultimately lies with the authors and victims of violent conflict, external actors such as International Alert also have an important and valuable role to play.

It is International Alert’s dual focus – equipping local communities and engaging with policy makers – which enables it to build peace in such a unique and effective way.

Publisher: International
Year of Publication: 2006