Democracy, Conflict and Human Security: Pursuing Peace in the 21st Century (International Idea Handbooks Series) - Softcover

International IDEA

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9185391743 ISBN 13: 9789185391745

Publisher: International IDEA, 2006

Synopsis

Governments may hold free elections, but they fall short in other democratic measures such as the separation of powers, the freedom of the press, and guarantees of human rights. Delivered in two volumes, the first book explores ways in which democratic practice can contribute to the management of contemporary conflicts and promote the realization of security and development objectives. It argues that effective democracy-building moves beyond the process of elections and technical assistance and examines how democratic practice relates to human security.

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About the Author

Judith Large is a senior advisor for democracy building and conflict management at International IDEA, an intergovernmental organization that works to support electoral processes and strengthen democracy. Timothy D. Sisk is an associate professor in the Graduate School of International Studies at the University of Denver. He is the author of five books, including Democracy at the Local Level and Democratization in South Africa.

Edition details

• Publisher: International IDEA
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9185391743
• ISBN 13: 9789185391745
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 243