Culture and Conflict Transformation
Resources
Reports from Cultural dimensions of conflict transformation in Burundi
Phase One Findings Report: Issues arising from the research
Written by Judy El Bushra
(Adobe PdF document 15 pages 284 kb)
This report outlines provides an overview of the learning and key issues from this project. After outlining the methodology for this project the report provides an overview of issues relating to culture and conflict transformation, looks at culture and conflict transformation in the context of Burundi. It goes on to summarise and analyse the work and impact of the project partners. It concludes with some questions for further research.
Analysis: Reflections on the ‘cultural approach’ and its relevance for conflict transformation strategies
Written by Judy El Bushra
(Adobe PdF document 4 pages 195 kb)
Case Studies
Five Case studies were produced about the work of the project partners.
Dushirehamwe (Reconcile)
Training for trainers programme for women in gender and conflict resolution
Dushirehamwe aims to contribute to peacebuilding in Burundi by participating in conflict transformation activities, and in
particular to defend the rights of women and those of communities.
(Adobe PdF document 4 pages 181 kb)
Club du lac aux oiseaux/ INTASHIKIRWA – ( Lake of Birds Club)
Using Cultural Traditions to promote dialogue and reconciliation
From a group whose original goal was to develop skills in and perform traditionals songs and dances for recreation
and entertainment, the organisation has grown and developed a mission to contribute to education for a culture
of peace and for development. The club has started a process of restructuring and proposes to establish a framework of self education in
peace and development, in order to create a society united by a common vision of cultural values, and to promote dialogue between cultures for a better understanding of Burundi by other peoples.
(Adobe PdF document 5 pages 195 kb)
SWAA Burundi (National Coordination)
Discussion groups for children who head households
As part of the Orphan and Vulnerable Child project (OVC) SWAA Burundi, hold discussion groups to support child
head of households. These activities fit within the wider objectives of the organisation which are:
- To prevent HIV/AIDS infection by promoting the individual and community struggle by women in society.
- To diminish the impact of HIV/AIDS by assisting people with HIV/AIDS and those around them to better understand the nature of HIV/AIDS and confront the repercussions of the illness in their life and behaviour, building on the strengths of Burundian society and culture.
(Adobe PdF document 5 pages 218 kb)
Tubiyage
Using Interactive Theatre Techniques for Social Transformation
Tubiyage’s overall aim is to encourage cohesion, and to contribute to social change, in order to achieve national reconciliation. It does this by raising awareness and educating the population about forgiveness and reconciliation, human rights, democracy and good governance, using interactive theatre and communication media. It promotes the practice of different types of theatre and media for
social transformation for the peaceful development of Burundi, and networks with partners in order to produce creative projects, tours and theatre training in Burundi and the Great Lakes region.
(Adobe PdF document 5 pages 201 kb)
Rainbow Umuco
Using interactive theatre to address social injustice in Bubanza Province.
Rainbow Umuco uses participatory theatre methods with communities in Bubanza Province in order to address local
concerns. This work contributes to the organisation’s overall aim which is to contribute to the development of Burundi’s human resource capacity. Its objectives are specifically:
- to contribute to changes in behaviour based on a common vision
- to offer a counselling service for young people
- to offer opportunities for unemployed youth, as alternatives to drug addiction and delinquency
Umuco considers its work to be rooted in Burundian culture, both in terms of the organisation’s values and aims, and in terms of its professional focus on performance media.