Information on "Society"
June 2013
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Jun 2013
A New Approach to Understanding Afghanistan's Transition
Author: William A Byrd, Gary Milante, Kenneth Anye
Publisher: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
In order to aid the policy development process in Afghanistan, this report looks at other low-income countries that have attempted to transition from a state of violent conflict into one of relative 'normalcy', or even peace. More on «A New Approach to Understanding Afghanistan's Transition»
May 2013
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28 May 2013
Unlocking South Africa’s Potential
Author: Mamphela Ramphele
Publisher: Chatham House
This transcript discusses the economic, educational and governance issues facing South Africa in the post-Apartheid era. More on «Unlocking South Africa’s Potential» -
28 May 2013
Justice at the Barrel of a Gun: Vigilante Militias in Mexico
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This brief discusses the emergence of vigilante militias as a 'third force' in Mexico's struggle against organized crime and gang-related violence. More on «Justice at the Barrel of a Gun: Vigilante Militias in Mexico» -
24 May 2013
Desired Democracy in Distress: Breaking the GUINEA Political Impasse
Author: Alimou Diallo, Jean Millimouno
Publisher: West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP)
This brief surveys the prospects for Guinea's democracy since the legislative elections in 2010. More on «Desired Democracy in Distress: Breaking the GUINEA Political Impasse» -
15 May 2013
Escaping Nigeria's Cycle of Violence
Author: John Campbell
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
This brief tracks the escalating violence between Nigerian military forces and the Islamist Boko Haram movement. More on «Escaping Nigeria's Cycle of Violence» -
13 May 2013
Too Close For Comfort: Syrians in Lebanon
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This report examines the effect of the Syrian conflict on neighboring Lebanon. More on «Too Close For Comfort: Syrians in Lebanon» -
9 May 2013
Women in Combat: Issues for Congress
Author: David F Burrelli
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report analyzes the issue of women serving in the US military. More on «Women in Combat: Issues for Congress» -
9 May 2013
The Referendum Dilemma
Author: Gilead Sher
Publisher: Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
Israel's 33rd government has formally committed itself to pursuing a peace agreement and political settlement with the Palestinians. More on «The Referendum Dilemma» -
9 May 2013
Emigrar en cayuco a Europa
Author: Jordi Garreta Bochaca
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Para una buena parte de la juventud de Senegal y de sus familias la emigración es la única vía de mejora económica. More on «Emigrar en cayuco a Europa» -
3 May 2013
Border Security: Immigration Enforcement Between Ports of Entry
Author: Marc R Rosenblum
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report reviews border enforcement efforts in the US since the passing of the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act. More on «Border Security: Immigration Enforcement Between Ports of Entry»
