The principal aim of this publication does not entail an exhaustive exposition of the origins and ramifications of conflict, nor does it purport to proffer precise panaceas. Rather, its purpose resides in its contribution towards mitigating uncertainties within the realm of solution-seeking, amidst the ever-constricting domain of estimative conjecture and prognostic possibilities.
It is conceivable to encounter viewpoints positing that the prevention of conflicts is both unattainable and undesirable, contending that societal change and transformation can solely be engendered through conflict. Needless to say, those adhering to such a perspective cannot be anticipated to furnish any meaningful contributions to the discipline of conflict resolution.
Conflict resolution, as a scholarly domain, operates on the premise that conflicts are neither inevitable nor insurmountable, and can be forestalled through judicious precautions, or, at the very least, their deleterious implications can be minimized. By meticulously identifying potential sources of conflict, undertaking comprehensive analyses, and promptly implementing tangible measures, conflicts can be averted or ameliorated.
Nevertheless, the complete eradication of conflicts and the establishment of a universally peaceful world continue to elude us as aspirational objectives. Nonetheless, it remains imperative that endeavors towards peacebuilding occupy a central position within the realm of political pursuits. Just as medical studies do not claim to discover a panacea for mortality, yet are still deemed significant, the purpose of conflict resolution as an academic discipline lies in the development of nonviolent methodologies and tools to effectuate structural and political transformations, enhance social psychology, and curtail incidents of harm, injury, and loss of life. |
