The rationality of resistance : Alternatives for engagement in complex emergencies
The Journal of Disaster Studies, Policy and Management
; 25(1): 1-18, Mar. 2001.
Article
in En
| Desastres -Disasters-
| ID: des-13886
Responsible library:
CR3.1
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ABSTRACT
The different conceptualisations of conflict in the complex emergency literature have profound implications on the perception of the agency of different groups and the prospects for conflict management. While much recent analysis has focused on the rational political and economic functions of violence, relatively little analysis has focused on why the majority of people chose not to resort to violence. Using Foucault's analysis of power relations, a new framework for conflict analysis is proposed which includes non-violent resistance is explored as a rational, highly adaptable response to acts of domination. A comprehensive understanding of conflict must recognise local forms of resistance and identify the barriers and opportunities for the engegement of the international humanitarian community with these groups. This engagement can be used to foster capacities for the creation of legitimate, inclusive, non-violent political and economic processes in the attempt to provide alternatives for everyone in the conflict. If the purpose of the study of complex emergencies is to understand the nature of various conflicts and, based on that understanding, make recommendations for possible routes to conflict management, the analysis of local resistance and efforts to foster it must become a major aspect fo the research agenda.(AU)
Collection:
Tematic databases
Health context:
SDG3 - Target 3D Strengthen the capacity for early warning, risk reduction and management of national and global health risks
Health problem:
Societal Hazards
Database:
Desastres -Disasters-
Main subject:
Rationalization
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Armed Conflicts
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Complex Emergencies
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Global Damage
Language:
English
Journal:
The Journal of Disaster Studies, Policy and Management
Year:
2001
Document type:
Article