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In this section of the resource kit, a number of "simple" tools for conflict analysis are introduced. These tools are not simple as such, but offer ways to reduce complexity in analysis, i.e. breaking a complex phenomenon into parts and elements. The tools presented can be used creatively and also combined according to the needs of the users.

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  • The conflict tree and the peace flower. The conflict tree is a often used model that helps to identify causes and consequences of conflict. The peace flower is the equivalent and looks at ongoing peace efforts.
  • Conflict Mapping. This visual tool for conflict analysis was originally developed by Paul Wehr (1979). It focuses on parties and their relationships and tried to picture them in a map of the conflict. It is suitable for analysing conflicts from micro to macro level.
  • Conflict Stages. Conflicts are dynamic and change over time. This section provides you with means to analyse patterns of how conflict develop over time.
  • The 3 Ps. This model is adapted from John Paul Lederach. It looks at a triangle of problems, people and processes. Here, questions are developed for each of these corners.
  • Force Field Analysis. This tool going back to social psychologist Kurt Lewin analyses driving and restraining forces for change. Here, key terms of force field analysis are explained and steps for using the force field to analyse a conflict are given.
  • Scenario analysis
  • The conflict tree. This activity offers two alternatives for how to apply the conflict tree analysis tool.
  • Map the conflict. This activity looks at the parties of a conflict, how powerful they are and how they relate to each other.
  • Conflict stages. This activity encourages participants to apply the conflict stages analytical model.
  • The 3 Ps. This activity applies the 3 Ps analytical model and asks participants to analyse the people, problems and processes of a conflict case in groups.
  • Force Field Analysis. This activity applies the force field analysis tool. What are driving and restraining forces for peace?
  • One conflict, different lenses During this exercise, groups analyse one conflict with some of the tools provided here in order to identify comparative strengths and weaknesses.
  • From analysis to strategy. This activity can be used to help peacebuilders take the step from analysis (with one or several of the tools described on this page) to a relevant and effective peacebuilding strategy.









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