African Peacebuilding and Developmental Dynamics
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APDD advances African-led research & scholarship on peacebuilding, governance, & developmental changes in conflict-affected countries & sub-regions in Africa
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The APDD Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship supports fellows in taking a one-year leave from teaching or administrative duties to complete their dissertations. 🔗 Learn more and apply: bit.ly/3WJxQfD
In her essay for APDD’s Lecture Series, “Foundational Principles for Social Research in Africa,” Amy Niang dissects Sylvia Wynter’s rethinking of what it means to be a human being outside of the colonial construct. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3JnM9n5
In Foundational Principles for Social Research in Africa, Amy Niang rethinks how we study and create knowledge — through the lives and legacies of Diop, Ngũgĩ, Wynter, Maathai, Cabral & Du Bois. 🔗 Read the latest #APDD Lecture Series: bit.ly/3JnM9n5 #AfricanResearch
The APDD Doctoral Dissertation Research Fellowship supports fellows developing their doctoral research on a topic related to Peacebuilding, Governance, and Developmental Dynamics. 🔗 Learn more and apply: ssrc.org/programs/afric… #APDD #AfricanPeacebuilding #ResearchFellowship
APDD Fellows presented the plenary panel at today's 2025 IPRA Conference, showcasing diverse research on non-violent practices in African peacebuilding, including spiritual, cultural, and familial approaches from across the continent, for everyday and local peacebuilding.
🆕 NEW APN Policy Briefing Note | "Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse in Refugee Settlements" by Simbarashe Crispen Kanyimo: ssrc.org/publications/p… 📌 This is the final brief in this series before we transition to African Policy Review and Analysis. #RefugeeRights #Zimbabwe
APDD Fellows & Alumni will present the keynote panel, “Negotiating Peace & Social Justice Through Non-Violent Pathways,” at the 2025 IPRA Conference 🇳🇿 on Nov 7. Featuring Nyasha Bushu, Dr. Dube, Dr. Bello & Ssenoga 🎙️ 📺 A live-stream link will be shared soon.
🎥 #APDD’s Virtual Book Discussion explored the complexities of militarization. Sean Maliehe (APN IRF 2024) highlights how the book situates militarism beyond traditional binaries, offering a framework to understand its paradoxes and impacts. #Uganda #Governance #Peacebuilding
🎥 #APDD’s Virtual Book Discussion explored Parliament’s role in #Uganda’s militarization. Dr. James Nkuubi examines how militarization is reshaping Uganda’s Parliament-not just challenging its oversight role, but fundamentally weakening its capacity to provide accountability.
🎥"What happens to societal institutions, the police, and human rights when militarization is used?" - Prof. Ole Waever, #APDD’s Virtual Book Discussion- “Militarizing More to Develop Faster?” LIVE: bit.ly/4ozVeb3
🎥"Most of the chapters invite readers to continue engaging with militarization in Uganda’s social, economic, and political contexts." - Dr. Sylvie Namwase, #APDD’s Virtual Book Discussion- “Militarizing More to Develop Faster?” LIVE: bit.ly/4ozVeb3
🎥What the book does is tackle governance from the perspective of militarization & its twin, securitization. It is highly provocative, intense, & fast-paced." - Cyril Obi, #APDD’s Virtual Book Discussion- “Militarizing More to Develop Faster?” LIVE: bit.ly/4ozVeb3
REMINDER - EVENT 📢 | In 30 minutes, APDD is hosting a Virtual Book Discussion of "Militarizing More to Develop Faster? Uganda’s Difficult Choices on Governance, Human Rights & the Economy." Register NOW: bit.ly/4ozVeb3 #APDD #Uganda #HumanRights
The APDD Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship supports emerging African scholars in developing policy-relevant PhD proposals. 2026 Fellows will receive up to $3,000 for short-term research. 🔗 Apply: ssrc.org/.../doctoral-d… #APDD #AfricanPeacebuilding #ResearchFellowship
REMINDER - EVENT 📢 | Tomorrow, APDD is hosting a Virtual Book Discussion of "Militarizing More to Develop Faster? Uganda’s Difficult Choices on Governance, Human Rights & the Economy." Register: bit.ly/4ozVeb3 #APDD #Uganda #HumanRights
Former Next Gen Fellow Peter Inalegwu Awodi is among the winners of the 11th Tana Forum University Essay Competition! 🎉 Watch his remarks: youtube.com/shorts/Hnsm-wR…
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🎉 Congratulations to former APN IRF Fellow Prof. Abosede Babatunde for receiving the Tana Book Launch Award! Her collaborative work, "Managing Violent Religious Extremism in Fragile States," highlights African-centered strategies for peace & conflict management. 🌍
ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 | On Nov 5, APDD is hosting a Virtual Book Discussion of "Militarizing More to Develop Faster? Uganda’s Difficult Choices on Governance, Human Rights & the Economy." Register: bit.ly/4ozVeb3 #APDD #Uganda #HumanRights
The #APDD Research Policy Fellowship (RPF) supports African scholars to bridge research & policy through residencies at leading institutions. In 2026, fellows will receive up to $12,000 for a 6-month placement. 🔗 Learn more: ssrc.org/programs/afric… #AfricanPeacebuilding
At the 11th Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa, APDD fellows Dr. Sokfa John and Peter Awodi joined leading voices to discuss African-led solutions to today’s peace & security challenges. 🔗 Read more: accord.org.za/news/tana-foru…
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