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Book SynopsisIntegrating comparative empirical studies with cutting-edge theory, this dynamic Handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the study and practice of peacekeeping. Han Dorussen brings together a diverse range of contributions which represent the most recent generation of peacekeeping research, embodying notable shifts in the kinds of questions asked as well as the data and methods employed.
The Handbook explores questions concerning the deployment of peacekeepers, the policies and activities undertaken by peacekeeping operations (PKOs), the intended and unintended consequences of peacekeeping activities, and controversies related to post-conflict crime, sexual and gender-based violence in peacekeeping, and the environmental impact of PKOs. Chapters further investigate the distinctions between UN and non-UN-led PKOs, the specific mandates under which peacekeeping operates, and the different roles of military, police, and police and civilian peacekeepers. Concluding with an evaluation of the state of the art of current peacekeeping literature, the Handbook leads the way in developing a coherent agenda for future research.
The Handbook will be an essential resource for a cross-disciplinary audience of academics and students interested in IR and conflict resolution. Policymakers involved in peacekeeping and peacebuilding, as well as NGOs operating within (post-) conflict settings, will also benefit from its assessment of recent developments in peacekeeping research.
Trade Review‘This volume is a significant and welcome addition to the literature and should be read by academics, practitioners, and government officials. Its objective is to provide an up-to-date overview of contemporary scholarly research, emphasize central theoretical insights, and identify questions for future research.’ -- Ross Fetterly, Journal of Peace Research
‘Although peacekeeping has evolved its scope and depth during recent decades, research into its effectiveness and value for money is still scarce. This Handbook delivers an excellent overview of existing research as well as policy and operational developments in peacekeeping. It also identifies aspects in need of further research. The volume is a very useful tool for researchers, policy developers and practitioners. I highly recommend it for reading by anyone working in or with peacekeeping or solely interested in this subject.’ -- Maria Appelblom, Police Chief Superintendent, Swedish Police
‘The literature on peacekeeping has blossomed in recent years. This Handbook includes chapters by many of the leading scholars of contemporary peacekeeping. It summarizes and furthers key debates about the nature and legitimacy of peacekeeping, what peacekeepers do, their effectiveness, and ongoing challenges. It represents an important and must-read contribution.’ -- Lise Morjé Howard, Georgetown University, US
‘With valuable contributions from preeminent peacekeeping researchers, this Handbook will provide useful insights to peacekeeping scholars and practitioners alike, and it will make an excellent college or graduate text. I learned a lot from it.’ -- Michael Gilligan, New York University, US
Table of ContentsContents: Preface xiii List of abbreviations xiv 1 Peacekeeping as rule-based interventions in international relations 1 Han Dorussen PART I THE DEPLOYMENT OF PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS 2 Mandating peacekeeping operations and international law 12 Emily Helms 3 Peacekeeping financing 27 Katharina P. Coleman 4 Consent in peacekeeping 46 Timothy Passmore, Johannes Karreth and Jaroslav Tir 5 The composition of UN peacekeeping missions 60 Vincenzo Bove, Chiara Ruffa and Andrea Ruggeri 6 Naming names: UN Security Council Resolution sentiment in civil wars 74 Michelle Benson and Colin Tucker 7 Mediation, political missions, and peacekeeping 88 Han Dorussen 8 Non-UN peacekeeping 102 Corinne Bara PART II WHAT PEACEKEEPERS DO 9 Disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) and peacekeeping operations 118 Dylan Herrera and Andrea González Peña 10 Peacekeeping, security sector reform, and the rule of law 134 Robert A. Blair 11 Public information and strategic communications in peace operations 148 Kseniya Oksamytna 12 Civilian components in peace operations 163 Jaïr van der Lijn and Sabine Otto PART III PEACEKEEPING EFFECTIVENESS 13 Peacekeeping and conflict resolution 182 Evgenija Kroeker and Andrea Ruggeri 14 Peacekeeping and the geographic diffusion and containment of conflict 196 Bernd Beber 15 Peacekeeping and the protection of civilians 210 Lisa Hultman, Jacob D. Kathman and Megan Shannon 16 Peacekeeping and electoral violence 225 Hannah Smidt 17 Peacekeeping operations and women’s security 242 Louise Olsson PART IV CONTROVERSIES SURROUNDING PEACEKEEPING 18 Peacekeeping and the problem of sexual and gender-based violence 256 Sabrina Karim and Kyle Beardsley 19 The material impact of peace operations on the environment and cultural heritage 270 Mathilde Leloup and Lucile Maertens 20 Peacekeeping and postwar violence 286 Jessica Di Salvatore 21 Hazards of peacekeeping: peacekeepers as targets of violence 300 Sara Lindberg Bromley 22 The local perception of peacekeepers 314 Han Dorussen and Marian de Vooght 23 The political economy of peacekeeping: unemployment, violence, and trust towards peacekeepers. Evidence from Somalia 327 Prabin B. Khadka and Anup Phayal 24 Peacekeeping operations: the endgame 343 Richard Caplan, John Gledhill and Maline Meiske PART V CONCLUSIONS 25 State of the art of research on peacekeeping 360 Paul F. Diehl Index
