Capacity Building for the ARUA's COE on Post Conflict Societies
Lead Research Organisation:
Addis Ababa University
Department Name: Institute for Peace and Security Studies
Abstract
In line with the goals and objectives of CoE of ARUA, this project seeks to contribute to sustainable peace and development goals of the United Nations agenda 2030 by focusing on the sub-theme of violence. With this purpose, the project attempts to understand why effective accountable and inclusive institutions have not been built in the conflict affected or post-conflict societies. Addtionally, it tries to understand the dynamics of the blockages of peacebuilding, with a primary focus on factors, actors, internal and external dynamics, which have undermined the implementation of peace deals as suggested by the UN's Sustaining Peace Agenda (2016). It comparatively examines factors that hinder peace at the local, national and global levels: What these obstacles are, where they come from and how they can be overcome? Hence, the research aims to contrast the local and narratives of the factors that foster direct and structural violence. By doing this it establishes a post-conflict, conflict-affected studies network comprised of African universities in the network.
Planned Impact
It is envisaged that implementation of the project objectives will ultimately lead the hub and spoke universities to acquiring qualified staff who can contribute to quality education and research capacity. The researchers in the universities will also be better equipped with improved research methodologies and techniques that enables them to undertake independent researches and disseminate their findings using dependable journals. In addition, partner universities will be able to develop better understanding of the peace blockages in the continent and provide homegrown solutions that influence policy decisions of states, regional and international organizations.
Organisations
- Addis Ababa University (Lead Research Organisation)
- Haramaya University (Project Partner)
- Protestant University of Central Africa (Project Partner)
- Africa University (Project Partner)
- University of Hargeisa (Project Partner)
- University of Manchester (Project Partner)
- Obafemi Awolowo University (Project Partner)
Publications
Halefom A
(2022)
Integrating Traditional and State Institutions for Conflict Prevention: Institutional, Legal and Policy Frameworks in Ethiopia
in Mizan Law Review
Omotuyi, S
(2022)
Operation Safe Corridor: The Missing Components in Nigeria's Deradicalisation Programme as an Effective Counterterrorism Strategy in Northeast
in African Journal of Terrorism and Insurgency Research (AJoTIR)
Keno GI
(2022)
The Muka-Laafaa: The Image of Oromo Women under the Gadaa System and Its Implications for Peace
in East African Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
Anemone, M
(2022)
GOVERNMENT RESPONSE TO THE CONFLICT IN THE NORTH-WEST AND SOUTH-WEST REGIONS OF CAMEROON: AN ANALYSIS OF THE PEACE POTENTIAL OF THE NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR BILINGUALISM AND MULTICULTURALISM AS OPPOSED TO INTERCULTURAL MEDIATION
in International Journal of Advanced Academic Research
Hassan, S A
(2022)
The Role of Women in Somaliland's 2021 Elections
Jordana, D
(2022)
THE DISARMAMENT, DEMOBILISATION AND REINTEGRATION PROGRAMME IN THE FIGHT AGAINST BOKO HARAM IN THE FAR NORTH REGION OF CAMEROON: UNDERSTANDING THE PEACE BLOCKAGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
in International Journal of Advanced Academic Research
Jafer E
(2022)
Post conflict-induced displacement: Human security challenges of internally displaced persons in Oromia Special Zone Surrounding Finfinne, Ethiopia
in Cogent Social Sciences
| Description | The objective of the project was the development of research capacity in partner universities by supporting PhD students and postdoctoral peace and security researchers with their research projects. The aim of the proposed a theory of change was to enhance capacity among PhD and early career researchers in the integrated field of Peace and Conflict Studies. The central objective of the project was to introduce the concept of 'Blockages' to peace and development as analytical tools to understand post-conflict violence as an obstacle to sustainable development and peace. The concept is an analytical tool used to examine why domestic actors and international interventions have been unable to create peaceful political and social orders according to the United Nation's liberal peacebuilding framework. The basic assumption was it is feasible to build capacity in social science research by supporting PhD students with the view of contributing to the creation of a critical mass of peace scholars committed to solving the challenges faced by Africa in achieving sustainable peace that would have impact of social and economic development of the continent. The basic assumption was that capacity building does lead to increased research outputs and research evidence beyond the activities of the project. The project strategy enabled sustainable capacity building to be delivered in partnership with local networks and embedded in the partner African universities. The project had different impact at various levels. At a personal level, individuals involved in the project will have their capacities improved in conducting and engaging in research related to Sustainable Development Goal 16 with a primary focus on sub-goal reducing violence in the target countries of the project; and develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions to prevent violence. Therefore, in terms of outputs the project suggests context-specific alternatives for sustainable and enabling political orders without underestimating other factors that play a role in the process of peace and development, as well as suggesting how to refine international peacebuilding policies. To this end, the project provided financial support and training that would help researchers to improve their research capacities; and create opportunities and platforms for researchers to expand their research and network, which enabled them to disseminate research findings to continental and international audiences. The project took into account a holistic approach which focused on developing the capacity of individuals as well as meeting institutional needs. This included investing in and nurturing PhD students and early career postdoctoral researchers in building technical and managerial skills. This was based on the assumption that individuals who are given opportunities to deepen their research skills and knowledge tend to be more motivated, productive and enjoy greater career satisfaction as researchers in different fields. As such the project managed to meet the overall objectives as set out in the plan of activities as follows. 1. The project has enhanced the capacity of individuals and partner universities using the hub-spoke model to conduct, manage, share and apply research, while enabling university research systems to effectively support research and the linkages between research and practice. 2. Trained 449 PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in research methodology, scientific writing and publishing, and in data management software, as well as organized research findings validation workshops for sponsored researchers. 3. Provided small grants to 156 PhD students and postdoctoral researchers for producing research papers, journal articles, and policy briefs. 4. Built an online database which can be accessed by partner universities and others worldwide. https://elearning.postconflictsocieties.org/ 5. Constructed an e-learning platform which can be accessed on desktop computers or on mobile app worldwide. https://postconflictsocieties.org/database/ The project engaged and formed partnerships at the three levels of contemporary research system stakeholder engagement, namely the: • Individual level - primarily through PhD studentships, postdoctoral fellowships and research management training; • Institutional level - through strengthening relevant research physical facilities and resources, staff levels and skills, research systems and cultures of learning and teaching; and • (Inter)national or societal level - demonstrated through how knowledge was produced, translated and disseminated within and beyond the academy through research uptake, publications, collaborations and networks. Over its lifespan the project has managed to establish and/or strengthen partnerships with higher education and research institutions, government organizations and civil society organizations. The project strived to engage with development practitioners through regular policy dialogue organised at the end of each implementation period of the project. The policy dialogue enabled information sharing, capacity building, and dissemination of research findings of the project to policy practitioners to improve appropriate policy formulation and implementation of strategies on post-conflict peace building. Example of such engagements include that established with Oxfam International and GiZ (the German development cooperation agency) in for the implementation of activities in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State, Nigeria. Michika LGA was among the local government areas liberated from Boko Haram Insurgency. The partnership developed with Oxfam International and GIZ will outlive the lifetime of the project and it is currently being broadened through further engagements in other post-conflict communities and local government areas of Adamawa State in Nigeria on capacity building of community stakeholders in post-conflict reconstruction, institutional reforms, policy formulation, and development of action plans. Efforts are underway to find ways of continuing the collaboration among partner universities including collective bidding for research grant funds. Sustainability will be anchored on availability of research funds but nevertheless the partner universities will engage with each other in other activities including conferences, workshops and co-publishing. |
| Exploitation Route | Some of the lessons learnt through this project are as follows. 1. The project revealed serious implications that can guide research capacity strengthening interventions. The lesson realised through this project is that approaches to research capacity strengthening that support the sustainable local ownership, and the wider sharing of learning and knowledge, are essential to the future of social science research in post-conflict societies as well as for countries and communities to find solutions to the many challenges facing the African continent today. 2. The big impact of this project is the opportunity created for collaborative connections. The project allowed partner universities to be in touch with other partner institutions and to meet other African researcher colleagues during the different events. 3. The project revealed how research systems vary from country to country, and between institutions hence the need for attention to be paid to the specific conditions in each context is important to support modified approaches in each institution rather than use standardised templates. Flexibility remains key. 4. Building on existing capacity was key, because it was important to identify existing local capacity and understand what was feasible in practical terms to undertake the initiative. Enabling local actors to undertake an assessment of their strengths and weaknesses and to work in partnership to identify needs and gaps is vital. 5. The project revealed the importance of an effective alliance as the interaction and interface between partner universities cannot be overstated, especially given that the partners were from multiple countries and linguistic regions. 6. An effective interface improved navigation across often complex bureaucracies, making it easier for the partner universities to implement activities and for individuals and institutional members to benefit from these activities. 7. Effective interface ensured that consortium activities themselves were optimised to the respective settings. There was evidence which showed how the consortium member institutions interface improved over time as partners become increasingly familiar with each other and ways of working. This finding speaks to the efficiencies that can be gained from longer-term partnerships. 8. The exchange of PhD students and postdoctoral researchers was another highlight of the project. Through exchange activities the PhD and postdoctoral researchers had the opportunity to cross-fertilize ideas and meet other stakeholders in the hosting university. 9. Access/exposure to senior academic expertise within consortia. 10. Building-in mentoring in the local institution involves establishing appropriate incentives to reward time spent mentoring researchers; this requires an institutional recognition that research is as important as teaching, which may be challenging to achieve in some universities. 11. Identification of areas for improvement and future focus, such as supervision, PhD student exchange and training, grants management, use of AI as tools to conduct and manage research in the evolving digital era. |
| Sectors | Communities and Social Services/Policy Education Government Democracy and Justice Security and Diplomacy |
| URL | https://postconflictsocieties.org |
| Description | The main impact this project has created is enhance the academic capabilities of early career scholars in Africa in the area of peace and security. This has mainly increased the visibility and capacity of African academics in producing peace and conflict related knowledge in the continent. Accordingly, the project has impacted the work of of 51 early career scholars in providing them research grants, allowing them to produce 51 research papers. Additionally the project aimed to impact the work of early career scholars by building their capacity to publish policy briefs. Accordingly, the project has supported 21 researchers from 6 universities from across Africa to publish policy brief. Thirdly the project provided 37 early career scholars with trainings and small grants to publish peer reviewed articles. Accordingly, 37 early career scholars have received the trainings and grants. |
| First Year Of Impact | 2022 |
| Sector | Education,Government, Democracy and Justice,Security and Diplomacy |
| Impact Types | Societal Policy & public services |
| Description | Input to parliament reform processes |
| Geographic Reach | National |
| Policy Influence Type | Contribution to new or improved professional practice |
| Impact | The House of People's Representatives has adopted the use of a digital platform for e-participation that was developed through a different UKRI funded project. |
| Description | Academic Conference in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | National |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | On 02 March 2024 the CoE on post conflict societies organized a workshop to provide a platform for 13 capacity building grantees to present their draft and published work to an academic and policy audience. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2024 |
| Description | Exchange and Networking between Haremaya University in Ethiopia and Hargeisa University in Somaliland |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an open day or visit at my research institution |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | International |
| Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
| Results and Impact | Three staff members of the Institute of Peace and Development Studies at Haramaya University visited the Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Hargeisa. The visit created an opportunity for the two institutes to build a collaborative working relationship in the fields of peace, conflict and development. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2024 |
| Description | KNOWLEDGE & INFORMATION SHARING VIRTUAL WORKSHOP (Zimbabwe) |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | This activity was conducted by Africa University (AU) through the Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance (IPLG) located in the College of Business, Peace Leadership and Governance (CBPLG). The knowledge and information sharing virtual workshop was a platform for researchers in the integrated fields of peace and security and governance. The workshop which took a hybrid format was attended by 30 participants. The objective of the workshop was to support PhD and DPhil candidates and other faculty staff members with skills and competencies in disseminating their research findings to different audiences and using different platforms including conferences, seminars and virtual webinars series. It also served as a platform for PhD /DPhil students to learn from established researchers as they presented their researches including thematic areas on Migration and Refugee Protection of People on the Move. The workshop created a network opportunity for PhD students and staff members. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Knowledge and information sharing virtual workshop in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | National |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | On Friday, 11 November, 2022, the CBPLG through the Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance (IPLG) held a blended knowledge sharing workshop, which started at 0900am. The United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI), under the Capacity Building Collaboration Project spearheaded by the Institute for Peace and Security Studies, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia. The financial support for the workshop came through the IPSS-ARUA-UKRI alliance with IPSS as the coordinating University. The objectives of the Knowledge Sharing Workshop were to provide a platform to share knowledge as well as enhancing networking among external and internal academicians and PhD students. There were three presentations, one physical and the other two were virtual. Mr Masese and Dr Nyikadzino facilitated the proceedings. The presentations were as follows: Presentation 1: Dr Ashton Murwira Topic: Peacebuilding through Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS): Lessons from CSOs in Zimbabwe Discussant: Mrs Eunice Bere Presentation 2: Mrs Dudziro Nhengu Topic: Effectiveness of African Union strategies to combat al Shabaab in Somalia. Discussant: Mr Wycliff Arisi Presentation 3: Dr Hardlife Zvoushe (University of Zimbabwe) Topic: Dynamics of policy transfer: Analysing Zimbabwe's STEM initiative in the education sector. Discussant: Mr Thomas Masese |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
| Description | Qualitative research training in Somaliland |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | In August, 2023; the Institute organized a five-day training on social science research (5-9 August, 2023) where Messay Mulugeta Tefera (Ph.D), an Associate Professor at the College of Development Studies, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia; and experienced researcher delivered the training. This training mainly focused on qualitative analysis of social science research. Around 29 participants attended the workshop. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Quantitative research training in Somaliland |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | In December 2023; the Institute organized a six-day training on quantitative analysis. Around 20 participants attended the workshop. This six-day workshop was facilitated by Dr. Abdisalan Hassan Musa who is a quantitative expert at Amoud University in Somaliland. He has a Ph.D in statistics from Pan African University in Kenya. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Research Skills Training in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | The Research Skills Training was a platform for established researcher to training PhD students in peace and security and governance on research methodology. The programme also included university staff members engaged in PhD studying at Africa University and other university. The main aim of the training was to sharpen the research skills of PhD /DPhil students. The virtual workshop was facilitated by established researchers, namely, Prof Pamela Machakanja, Prof Stanley Murairwa, and Dr Priscilla Munasirei who presented on the theme: Research Integrity and Scientific Publishing; Preparing and Undertaking Mixed Methods Research in Social Science: Critical factors to consider; and Thesis writing - Writing with ease respectively. The key highlights of the presentation on Research Integrity and Scientific Publishing was on the importance of sustaining research integrity for personal and institutional reputational for building public and private trust and reputational sustenance, The facilitators also shared the guiding principles that researchers and research institutions should adhere to in developing a strong research culture supportive of robust research outputs. Participants were also guided on the purposes of publishing their work and how to identify reputable and impactful journals and knowledge outlets and avoid predatory journals. Participants were also taken through the rigours of using mixed methods as most research endeavours in Social Science are now taking a multi-inter-and trans-disciplinary stance in solving societal problems. The third presentation focused on helping candidates with skills and competencies expected of them in writing their theses. Participants were given opportunities to ask questions and seek clarification. The deliberations that took place demonstrated that participants appreciated the training in improving their research skills. Those who were at the proposal stage benefited from the presentations made and were asking for more of such trainings. Those who were at the thesis writing stage, which is often frustrating for many students benefited from the PhD research experiences shared. Outcome: The training improved the participants' research skills as well as building resilience. The presenters, through the shared experiences, highlighted the inevitability of challenges during research and encouraged participants to be resilient. This resulted in attitudinal changes among participants. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Research Skills Training in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | From 8 - 10 March 2022, the College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance through the Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance (IPLG) held a Three-Day Research Methodology Training Workshop. The main aim of the workshop was to equip and empower AU PhD/DPhil students and early career post-doc staff with the skills, knowledge and abilities required for conducting social science research. This was achieved through comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of social science research from problem identification up to compiling and publication of results. Given the changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, students were also equipped with the knowledge and skills of online research. The workshop also empowered students with the knowledge of applying different data analysis and reference management tools and software. Generally, the workshop helped the participants in selecting, designing and applying the different social science research methodologies and designs. The workshop covered both the theoretical and practical components of social science research methodology. It covered the following key areas: i) How to find a good research topic and the foundations of social science research methodology that is, research problem identification, how to write a problem statement, research questions/objectives and justification or relevance of the topic in terms of indentification of knowledge gaps to be addressed. ii) Selecting the appropriate theoretical framework, developing the conceptual framework and reshaping the research questions; iii) The art of conducting and writing comprehensive literature; iv) Sampling, data collection and analysis v) Going online: Research in the era of COVID-19 vi) Data management, analysis and interpretation vii) Reference management tools and software viii) Report writing. The training sessions was conducted by facilitators with practical social science research methods experience. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
| Description | Research Skills Training in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | For the benefit of participants who could not be accommodated in the March training, the College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance through the Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance held another Three-Day Research Methodology Training Workshop from 24-26 August 2022. The aim of the workshop was to equip and empower AU PhD/DPhil students and post-doc staff with the skills, knowledge and abilities required for conducting social science research. This was achieved through comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of social science research from problem identification up to compiling and publication of results. Given the changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, students were also equipped with the knowledge and skills of online research. The workshop also empower students with the knowledge of applying different data analysis and reference management tools and software. Generally, the workshop helped the participants in selecting, designing and applying the different social science research methodologies and designs. The workshop covered both the theoretical and practical components of social science research methodology. It covered the following key areas: ix) How to find a good research topic and the foundations of social science research methodology ie research problem identification, research questions/objectives; x) Selecting the appropriate theoretical framework, developing the conceptual framework and reshaping the research questions; xi) The art of conducting and writing comprehensive literature; xii) Sampling, data collection and analysis xiii) Going online: Research in the era of COVID-19 xiv) Data analysis and reference management tools and software xv) Report writing. The training sessions was conducted by facilitators with practical social science research methods experience. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
| Description | Research Validation Workshop in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | On 27 October 2022, the College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance hosted a virtual validation work. The purpose of the workshop was to create an opportunity for PhD students who got research grants support to present their preliminary findings and receive feedback from senior researchers. Through the workshop, presenter got constructive feedback that enabled them to improve the quality of their papers. The platform also served as a knowledge sharing opportunity. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
| Description | Research skills training in Zimbabwe |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | From 21 - 23 September 2021, the College of Business, Peace, Leadership and Governance through the Institute of Peace Leadership and Governance held a three-day Research Methodology workshop. The Research Skills Training was a platform for established researchers to mentor through training PhD students in peace and security and governance on social science research methodology. The programme also included university staff members engaged in PhD studying at Africa University and other universities. The objective of the training was to sharpen the research skills of PhD candidates. Established researcher, namely, Prof Pamela Machakanja, Prof Stanley Murairwa, Prof Peter Mageto, Dr Priscilla Munasirei and Dr Tawanda Nyikadzino presented on the Research integrity and scientific publishing; Preparing and undertaking mixed methods research in Social Science: Critical factors to consider; and Thesis writing - Writing with ease, respectively. Participants were given opportunities to ask questions and seek clarification. The deliberations that took place demonstrated that participants appreciated the training in improving their research skills. Those who were at the proposal stage benefited from the presentations made and were asking for more of such trainings. Those who were at the thesis writing stage, which is often frustrating for many students benefited from the PhD research experiences shared. The training improved the participants' research skills as well as building resilience. The presenters, through the shared experiences, highlighted the inevitability of challenges during research and encouraged participants to be resilient. This resulted in attitudinal changes among participants. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2021 |
| Description | Social Science Research methodology training workshops in Nigeria (a series of three training workshops) |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Regional |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | Three versions of both social science methodological workshop and stakeholders/validation meetings were held last year immediately after the suspension of industrial actions by the academic staff of the Nigeria Universities. Participants were exposed to basic concepts in social science methodology. The wide publicity given to all the activities undertaken on campus has elicited interest in the training even beyond the campus environment. After the first training was concluded, applications were received from candidates from outside the University to participate in the subsequent training workshops. In addition, some of the participants in the training, especially, the M.Sc students have indicated interest to pursue the PhD program. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| URL | https://aruaukri.oauife.edu.ng |
| Description | Stakeholder validation meeting in Nigeria |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Policymakers/politicians |
| Results and Impact | over 50 post graduate students and policy makers attended the validation workshop to reflect and provide feedback on the research conducted by the grantees of the capacity building project in Nigeria. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Stakeholder validation meeting in Nigeria (II) |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Regional |
| Primary Audience | Policymakers/politicians |
| Results and Impact | over 50 people attended the regional validation workshop that facilitated research finding presentations by early career scholars supported through the capacity building project at Obafemi Owolowo University. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Training on Qualitative Research approach at Haremaya, Ethiopia |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | 15 PhD students in Peace and Development Studies received training on a qualitative research approach. The training enhanced the students' ability to conduct quality research by introducing them to qualitative research data collecting and analysis methods, which are the most widely used approach in peace and development research. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Training on Research and Publishing in Haremaya, Ethiopia |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | PhD students received training on research and publishing. The training enhanced the students' ability to conduct quality research by introducing them to how to make their work ready for publication and the publication Chanels. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Validation and Policy Dialogue Platforms |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | International |
| Primary Audience | Policymakers/politicians |
| Results and Impact | Early career scholars that have benefited from the capacity building project are given an opportunity to present their key findings and policy recommendations by inviting policy makers, practitioners and post graduate students. This allows them to present innovative ideas as well as build their research based on critical questions forwarded to them by the audience. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2021,2022,2023 |
| Description | Validation and Policy Dialogue Platforms |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | International |
| Primary Audience | Policymakers/politicians |
| Results and Impact | Early career scholars that have benefited from the capacity building project are given an opportunity to present their key findings and policy recommendations by inviting policy makers, practitioners and post graduate students. This allows them to present innovative ideas as well as build their research based on critical questions forwarded to them by the audience. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2021,2022,2023 |
| Description | Workshop on Rethinking Higher Education in Post Conflict Socities (Side Event at the ARUA Biennial Conference) |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A formal working group, expert panel or dialogue |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | International |
| Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
| Results and Impact | The CoE on Post Conflict Societies working in collaboration with spoke universities to organize a side event at the ARUA biennial conference held in November 2023, Lagos, Nigeria. The side event was organized in the form of a round table where speakers from Nigeria, Cameroon, Somaliland, Zimbabwe, and Ethiopia exchange how conflict conflicts in each of these countries shapes higher education and vice versa. The round table participants are working to publish their views collectively in 2024. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| Description | Workshop on how to write and publish an article in Somaliland |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
| Results and Impact | In January 2024; the Institute organized a three-day workshop on how to write and publish an article facilitated by Dr. Kevin Kester who is a visiting professor at the Institute. Dr. Kester is a tenure-track associate professor of comparative international education and peace, and development studies in the Department of Education at Seoul National University in South Korea. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2024 |
| Description | policy dialogue / dissemination meeting in Nigeria |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Regional |
| Primary Audience | Public/other audiences |
| Results and Impact | the dissemination workshop attracted attention not only from academics and policy makers but also the general public that participated in research finding dissemination by early career researchers at Obafemi Owolowo University in Nigeria. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
| URL | https://aruaukri.oauife.edu.ng |