Conflict Analysis and Resolution: Theory and Practice

(8 pages)Research Grant Proposal Assignment-I

For this assignment, you will fill out a research grant proposal on the research topic as if you were applying for funding. For this class the assignment has been assigned; however, for the purposes of this simulation you will act as if you chose it yourself. You will also act as if you are traveling to the conflict area to do field research. This will require you to not only discuss the significance and methodology of the study, but also come up with a budget. Your topic is to identify obstacles to conflict resolution and propose alternative strategies to overcome such barriers to conflict in the Central African Republic.

(8 pages) Assignment Instructions-II

Video Presentation:

At the completion of the simulation exercise, each student will submit a video presentation that analyzes the Chechen crisis. The report will include:

1. An introduction that explains the purpose of the simulation and the importance of the topic.
2. A discussion of the relevant readings that address this specific topic.
3. A discussion of critical factors that contribute to a successful resolution of a conflict.
4. A summation that draws general conclusions about the topic and the simulation experience.

Assignment Instructions- III

For this assignment you will write a ten - fourteen page paper applying what you have learned about identifying obstacles to conflict resolution and proposing alternative strategies to overcome such barriers to conflict in the Central African Republic. Use must support your argument with logic and statistical support.

Helpful sites.

Website: Access

www.usip.org
www.crisisgroup.org
www.cartercenter.org
www.icc-cpi.int
www.un.org
www.africa-union.org
www.nato.intwww.isn.ethz.ch
www.worldworld.com