Creating Long-term Peace in Cote d'Ivoire
Three years after Cote d'Ivoire's Ouagadougou Political Accord was signed, a number of critical tasks--including elections--remain unfulfilled. A distinguished group of civil society and religious representatives outlined the challenges that Cote d'Ivoire must undertake to strengthen its prospects for a peaceful future.
Three years after Cote d'Ivoire's Ouagadougou Political Accord was signed, a number of critical tasks remain unfulfilled. While the postponement of elections is the most salient issue, other problems remain: disarmament has yet to be completed; the voters' registry remains in dispute; and the state has not yet been able to effectively extend its administration throughout the territory.
In light of these issues, the Community of Sant'Egidio, George Mason University, and the U.S. Institute of Peace convened representatives of Cote d'Ivoire's civil society and religious communities to develop a platform for fostering a climate of dialogue and respect in anticipation of elections and, ultimately, the resolution of the conflict. The speakers outlined the necessary steps and challenges that Cote d'Ivoire must undertake to strengthen its prospects for a peaceful future.
Speakers
- Patrick N'gouan
The Civil Society Collective - Cheick Boikary Fofana
High Council of the Imams of Cote d'Ivoire - Paola Piscitelli
Community of Sant'Egidio, USA - Martha Mutisi
ICAR, George Mason University - Dorina Bekoe, Moderator
Senior Research Associate (Africa), U.S. Institute of Peace
