Essays about: "Civil Society Actors"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 211 essays containing the words Civil Society Actors.

  1. 16. Protection or Denunciation : A study on Civilian Agency during the War in Kosovo

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : David Creelman; [2023]
    Keywords : Civilian Self-Protection; Civil Society; Peaceful Communities; Civilian Action; Violence against civilians; Kosovo; Kosovo War; Prizren; Gjakova;

    Abstract : Why do some communities experience more violence against civilians than others? This study argues that civilian communities embracing relationships that bridge salient group divides and norms of non-violence, will commit to actions of protection across those divides, which will in turn limit possibilities for armed actors to commit violence against civilians. On the other hand, communities that do not embrace bridging relationships and instead promote more violent norms, will commit to denunciation of other civilians during war. READ MORE

  2. 17. Governing with the Commons : A quantitative study on the effects of Civil Society on Rebel Governance

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Theodor Stensö; [2023]
    Keywords : Rebel Governance; Civil Society; Conflict Intensity; Ideology; Grassroot;

    Abstract : What is the impact of civil society on rebel governance? The field of rebel governance has gained increased attention recently, but few researchers highlight the interactive relationship between rebels and local communities. As the principal organisational tool for civilian populations, civil society has been largely overlooked. READ MORE

  3. 18. In the search of the student's role in innovation ecosystems

    University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för innovation, design och teknik

    Author : Cornelia Alenbring; [2023]
    Keywords : “ecosystems for innovation”; “ecosystems for social innovation”; “social innovation ecosystems”; “quadruple helix” “students- innovation ecosystem” “students role in innovation ecosystems”;

    Abstract : Abstract  Level: Master thesis in Innovation and design , 30 credits Institution: School of Innovation, Design and Technology, Mälardalen University Author: Cornelia Alenbring (98/05/24)   Title: In the search of the student's role in innovation ecosystems Supervisors: Anders Vikström, Erik Bjurström MDU examinator:Yvonne Eriksson Keywords: “ecosystems for innovation”, “eco systems for social innovation”, “social innovation ecosystems”, “quadruple helix” “students- innovation ecosystem” “students role in innovation ecosystems” Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the specific role of students in innovation ecosystems. By gaining a deeper understanding of their role, this research aims to contribute to a more nuanced micro-dynamic perspective on the role of students in innovation ecosystems. READ MORE

  4. 19. The Time was Ripe: Women’s Movements’ Break-throughs in the Colombian Peace Agreement

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

    Author : Ellen Birging; Elin Hansson Huber; [2023]
    Keywords : Colombia; gender inclusion; peace agreement; positive peace; hegemonic masculinity; ripeness; women’s mobilization.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : In 2016 a historic peace agreement between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia – People’s Army (FARC) was signed, putting an end to a conflict that lasted over 50 years. This agreement was the world’s very first gender-inclusive peace accord, meaning that they included women in the peace process and recognized how they are particularly subjected to war and conflict. READ MORE

  5. 20. Governing Displacement in Times of Uncertainty - The role of local actors in placemaking for Ukrainian Displaced Persons in Malmö and Rotterdam

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi

    Author : Jacopo Frati; [2023]
    Keywords : Placemaking; Humanist Geography; Lefebvre s Spatial Triad; Ukrainian Displaced People; Urban Governance; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The decision by the European Union to enforce the Temporary Protection Directive to respond to the inflow of Ukrainian displaced people in member states has resulted in a peculiar governance system that sets Ukrainian displaced people as an exceptional category of vulnerable migrants. Their stay is temporary, but as it is impossible to predict a date for Ukraine to be deemed a safe country again, it is likely that these people will stay in host countries for a long time. READ MORE