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SUMMARY:Peacemaking and Peacebuilding in South Africa: The National Peace Accord\, 1991-1994
DESCRIPTION:Book launch with the author\, Rev Dr Liz Carmichael\n\nRSVP here via Eventbrite \nPeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform is pleased to host Reverend Dr Liz Carmichael at the University of Edinburgh\, to present her new book: \nPeacemaking and Peacebuilding in South Africa: The National Peace Accord\, 1991-1994 \nCarmichael’s book examines the creation and implementation of South Africa’s National Peace Accord and this key transitional phase in the country’s history\, and its implications for peace mediation and conflict resolution. \nLiz will be joined by discussant Dr Barbara Bompani\, Reader (Associate Professor) in Africa & International Development – Centre of African Studies\, University of Edinburgh. \nChair: Tim Epple\, PeaceRep’s Managing Director \nLunch will be provided for attendees. Please provide details of any dietary requirements when booking. \n  \nAbout the book\n“This book tells the story of Peacemaking and Peacebuilding in South Africa\, a stage in South Africa’s journey to freedom and democracy. It was facilitated by churches and business\, negotiated by the politicians\, and supported by the international community\, but the people accomplished it.” \n– The late Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu \nIt is now 30 years since the National Peace Accord (NPA) was signed in South Africa\, bringing to an end the violent struggle of the Apartheid era and signalling the transition to democracy. Signed by the ANC Alliance\, the Government\, the Inkatha Freedom Party and a wide range of other political and labour organizations on 14 September 1991\, the parties agreed in the NPA on the common goal of a united\, non-racial democratic South Africa\, and provided practical means for moving towards this end: codes of conduct for political organizations and for the police\, the creation of national\, regional and local peace structures for conflict resolution\, the investigation and prevention of violence\, peace monitoring\, socio-economic reconstruction and peacebuilding. \nThis book\, written by one of those involved in the process that evolved\, provides for the first time an assessment and in-depth account of this key phase of South Africa’s history. The National Peace Campaign set up under the NPA mobilized the ‘silent majority’ and gave peace an unprecedented grassroots identity and legitimacy. The author describes the formulation of the NPA by political representatives\, with Church and business facilitators\, which ended the political impasse\, constituted South Africa’s first experience of multi-party negotiations\, and made it possible for the constitutional talks (Codesa) to start. She examines the work of the Goldstone Commission\, which prefigured the TRC\, as well as the role of international observers from the UN\, EU\, Commonwealth and OAU. \nExploring the work of the peace structures set up to implement the Accord – the National Peace Committee and Secretariat\, the 11 Regional Peace Committees and 263 Local Peace Committees\, and over 18\,000 peace monitors – Carmichael provides a uniquely detailed assessment of the NPA\, the on-the-ground peacebuilding work and the essential involvement of the people at its heart. Filling a significant gap in modern history\, this book will be essential reading for scholars\, students and others interested in South Africa’s post-Apartheid history\, as well as government agencies and NGOs involved in peacemaking globally. \nAttendees can purchase a hardcover copy of the book at the event for £15.00 (40% off). Please note that cash only can be accepted for purchases as the event. \nAttendees will also receive a promotional code at the event for a 40% discount* on the book when purchased via the publisher’s website. \n*This offer is valid until 31 March 2023. \n  \nAbout the Author\nRevd Dr Liz Carmichael MBE is an Emeritus Research Fellow at St John’s College\, Oxford\, where she convenes OxPeace\, the peace studies network of Oxford University. She worked as a medical doctor in Soweto 1975-1981\, and in the Anglican Diocese of Johannesburg 1991-1996 while also serving on the local and regional peace structures. \nRSVP here via Eventbrite
URL:https://peacerep.org/event/peacemaking-and-peacebuilding-in-south-africa-book-launch/
LOCATION:Old College\, Edinburgh Law School\, Edinburgh\, EH8 9YL
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