| Description |
1 online resource (xxii, 145 pages) |
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The Anthropocene ; v. 12 |
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Anthropocene (Cham, Switzerland) ; v. 12.
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| Contents |
Acknowledgements; Contents; Abbreviations and Acronyms; List of Figures; Introduction: Starting the Journey; References; 1 Understanding South Sudanese Refugees; 1.1 The Edge of the River; 1.2 Kakuma Refugee Camp; 1.3 Conclusion; Appendix 1.1; References; 2 The Trauma-Sensitivity Gap; 2.1 No Peace for Grace; 2.2 A Shift to Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Peacebuilding; 2.3 Conclusion; Appendix 2.1; References; 3 The Lace of Peace's Coat: Understanding Trauma, Peace and Peacebuilding; 3.1 Experiencing Trauma; 3.1.1 Collective Trauma; 3.2 Defining Peace |
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3.3 Understanding Peacebuilding3.3.1 Peacebuilding Imagined; 3.4 Conclusion; Appendix 3.1; References; 4 Traumatic Experiences of South Sudanese Refugees; 4.1 Traumatic Experiences in South Sudan; 4.1.1 Torture and Death of Loved Ones: 'They Cut Him to Pieces'; 4.1.2 Security: 'No Rest'; 4.1.3 Separation: 'I Have No One Else'; 4.2 Long Journey Fleeing Attack; 4.2.1 The Trek to Safety: 'Those Who Walked Far'; 4.3 Traumatic Experiences in the Camp; 4.3.1 Pain in the Camp: 'Bad Blood'; 4.3.2 Scarcity: 'Drying Up'; 4.3.3 Memories and Avoidance: 'Dark Stone in My Stomach' |
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4.3.4 Resignation: 'Nothing'4.3.5 Gendered Contours: 'He Took Me by Force'; 4.4 Conclusion; Appendix 4.1; References; 5 Strong at the Broken Places: Coping with Traumatic Experiences; 5.1 Basic Necessities: 'The Ration Card'; 5.2 Resilience; 5.2.1 Positive Attitude: 'What Has Happened Has Passed'; 5.2.2 Community Support: 'They Stay with Me Well'; 5.2.3 A Vision and Long-Term Mission: 'I Have a Passion'; 5.2.4 Selflessness: 'My Heart Is for Everyone'; 5.2.5 Faith in God: 'Only Just Tell God'; 5.2.6 Taking Personal Initiative and Agency: 'Even Little by Little It Helps' |
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5.2.7 Inner Strength: 'We Tried to Manage'5.3 Community Resilience; 5.4 Conclusion; Appendix 5.1; References; 6 Peacebuilding in South Sudan and Beyond: From Assumption to Reality; 6.1 Assuming Peace: 'You Just Assume'; 6.2 Building Relationships: 'Peace Is You'; 6.3 An Inclusive Peace: 'Peace Is Everything'; 6.4 Creating Possibilities: 'I Developed Courage'; 6.4.1 Hope and Courage; 6.4.2 Education and Integration; 6.4.3 Creativity; 6.5 Conclusion; Appendix 6.1; References; 7 Conclusion: The Journey Continues; 7.1 The Other Side of the River; 7.2 The Encounter; 7.3 The Discovery |
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7.4 Future JourneysAppendix 7.1; References; The International Peace Research Association (IPRA); The Department of Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Sydney, Australia; About the Author; Index |
| Summary |
This book identifies a gap in peacebuilding theory and practice in terms of sensitivity to trauma and its impact on the survivors of war and other mass violence. The research focuses on the traumatic experiences and perceptions of peace of South Sudanese refugees in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Northwestern Kenya. It further explores the possibilities for peacebuilding identified in these perceptions. A lack of sensitivity to the trauma experienced by the survivors of conflict and mass violence leads to interventions that are at best removed from, and at worst detrimental to the welfare of the survivors. Interventions that take into consideration the complex and multifaceted ways in which the survivors experience and respond to the traumatic events, encourage capacities for resilience in the survivors, engage the creative arts in peacebuilding, and emphasise the centrality of community and relationships, are seen to assist the survivors in recovery from trauma and to facilitate peacebuilding." Diverse anecdotes and real life stories from the research participants." The journey as a recurring motif throughout the book, weaved in a clear, easy to read style of writing |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Peace-building -- South Sudan
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Refugees -- Sudan -- Psychology
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Peace studies & conflict resolution.
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Psychotherapy.
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Social issues & processes.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE -- Government -- International.
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POLITICAL SCIENCE -- International Relations -- General.
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Peace-building
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Refugees -- Psychology
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South Sudan
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Sudan
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9783319498034 |
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3319498037 |
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