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Making Peace Last: A Toolbox for Sustainable Peacebuilding

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Peacebuilding is a complex and multifaceted endeavor that requires a comprehensive approach to address the underlying causes of conflict and create a lasting foundation for peace. The Making Peace Last (MPL) toolbox is a valuable resource for peacebuilders, providing a wide range of practical tools and resources to support sustainable peacebuilding efforts.

Making Peace Last: A Toolbox for Sustainable Peacebuilding

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What is the Making Peace Last Toolbox?

The MPL toolbox is a collection of over 60 tools, resources, and case studies designed to help peacebuilders create and implement effective peacebuilding strategies. The toolbox is organized into five main sections:

Assessment and Analysis: Tools for assessing conflict dynamics, identifying root causes, and developing context-specific peacebuilding plans.
Conflict Management and Resolution: Tools for mediating conflicts, facilitating negotiations, and building consensus among stakeholders.
Peacebuilding and Reconciliation: Tools for fostering reconciliation, promoting tolerance, and building a shared vision for the future.
Security and Justice: Tools for strengthening security institutions, promoting human rights, and improving access to justice.
Governance and Participation: Tools for promoting inclusive governance, enhancing citizen participation, and building strong institutions.

How to Use the Making Peace Last Toolbox

The MPL toolbox is a flexible resource that can be adapted to the specific needs of peacebuilding practitioners. Users can access the toolbox online or download the full PDF version. The toolbox can be used in a variety of ways, including:

As a reference guide for specific peacebuilding techniques and strategies.
As a training manual for peacebuilders working in the field.
As a tool for developing and implementing peacebuilding programs.
As a resource for policymakers and decision-makers involved in peacebuilding efforts.

Case Studies and Examples

The MPL toolbox includes a number of case studies and examples of successful peacebuilding initiatives. These case studies illustrate how the tools and resources in the toolbox can be applied in real-world settings. For example, the toolbox includes a case study of how the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) used the MPL toolbox to support peacebuilding efforts in Nepal. The case study describes how UNDP used the toolbox to assess conflict dynamics, develop a peacebuilding strategy, and implement a variety of peacebuilding programs. The case study demonstrates how the MPL toolbox can be used to make a real difference in conflict-affected regions.

The Making Peace Last toolbox is an essential resource for peacebuilders seeking to create sustainable peace in conflict-affected regions. The toolbox provides a comprehensive range of practical tools and resources that can be adapted to the specific needs of peacebuilding practitioners. The case studies and examples in the toolbox demonstrate how the tools and resources can be applied in real-world settings to make a real difference in the lives of those affected by conflict.

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