Buch, Englisch, 96 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 1766 g
Buch, Englisch, 96 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 1766 g
Reihe: SpringerBriefs in Criminology
ISBN: 978-3-319-39160-1
Verlag: Springer-Verlag GmbH
Although instances of abuse are not widespread and are certainly not isolated to Africa, this work focuses on Africa because there is a high concentration of UN Peacekeepers there, and lessons learned can be applied to other regions. The instances of abuse cover serious crimes including sexual abuse and exploitation, child and arms trafficking, and corruption, all of some of the most vulnerable populations in the world at the time. Although these instances are not extensive, they remain a fundamental problem because there is no existing mechanism for prosecution in the international area: it is only the troops’ home country, not the UN, who has the right to exercise criminal jurisdiction. The also undermine the good work that UN Peacekeepers are doing all over the world.
This work is concerned with highlighting why these instances occur, and why specific forms of abuse are more prevalent than others. It also discusses how to prevent abuse and violations from happening in the first place, and creating a culture of change and accountability. Finally, taking into account cultural and legal systems from troops’ home countries, the author considers the ways that local rules can be aligned with international standards. In will be ofinterest to researchers in Criminology and Criminal Justice, International Relations, Sociology and Demography, Public Health, Comparative Law, and other related disciplines.
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Weitere Infos & Material
Chapter 1: Introduction and Justification for Research.- Chapter 2: UN Peace Operations in Africa: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.- Chapter 3: The Dark Side of UN Peacekeeping: Abuses and Violations in Africa.- Chapter 4: Responses to Peacekeeping Misconduct.- Chapter 5: Analysis and Implications to Broader Issues.