Theory and Principles of Conflict Resolution for Intervention - myassi

Question: Discuss about theTheory and Principles of Conflict Resolution for Intervention. Answer: Introduction Conflict and dispute are two terms which are often used interchangeably, however there is a stark difference between the two terms. This discussion is focused on the very difference between these two terms. Conflict v Dispute In words of John Burton, conflict refers to such issues which cannot be negotiated upon and which are often related to the ontological needs of the humans, which cannot be sacrificed or compromised upon. On the other hand, he deems disputes as the negotiable interests, which can be solved easily. In terms of time, disputes are short term based, whilst the conflict have long term basis and also are problems which are deeply rooted, making it resistant to any kind of resolution. Another difference between the two is that dispute is something which is studied under the law, where as conflict is something, which is dealt in the studies of social science[1]. When it comes to the day to day life, conflicts are deemed as the next stage and the more serious stage of dispute. So, conflicts are actually seen in a broader sense which involves a higher number of people, which are deeper and are also more systematic in comparison to disputes. The difference between the two can be explained through the argument with the cashier being a dispute and the nuclear war between North Korea and South Korea is a conflict. Similarly, the resolution of conflict is a more complex task in comparison to that of a dispute. Conclusion Thus, the discussion taken in the preceding part highlights the difference between a conflict and a dispute. Bibliography Secondary Sources Books Mayer B, The Dynamics of Conflict: A Guide to Engagement and Intervention (2nd edn, John Wiley Sons 2012) [1] Bernard Mayer, The Dynamics of Conflict: A Guide to Engagement and Intervention (2nd edn, John Wiley Sons 2012)