IDDRS 2.20: The Politics of DDR, outlines the core policy framework regarding how political dynamics shape and are shaped by Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) processes.
Key Themes & Overview
- Beyond a Technical Process: DDR is deeply political; it is influenced by, and actively influences, wider political contexts, historical backdrops, and local, national, or regional conflict drivers.
- Peace Agreements & Frameworks: Successful DDR relies heavily on clear provisions within Comprehensive Peace Agreements (CPAs) and ceasefires, linking security arrangements directly to political solutions.
- Political Transformation: The module highlights the importance of designing DDR programs sensitively to support the transformation of armed groups with political aspirations into legitimate political entities.
- Multilevel Dynamics: It addresses both national peace frameworks and local-level agreements (such as community violence reduction and local non-aggression pacts), advocating for a multilevel approach when local conflicts persist independently of national deals.
