The Role of Business in Identity-Based Conflict

Download or read book The Role of Business in Identity-Based Conflict written by Wasseem Abaza and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study explores peace-building in identity-based conflict within a business setting, adding to the body of knowledge by seeking to understand the relationship between business and positive social development. Specific emphasis is placed on understanding the aspects of business that foster cooperation among identity groups in conflict. Addressing individual needs as well as creating a safe space for communication and a shared workplace identity that supersedes that of the conflicting identities are required for the peace-building process. This is done by providing economic incentives for rivals to join the company and maintaining organizational norms geared toward mutual understanding, affirming that business can be used for peace-building by addressing both economic and identity issues associated with violent conflicts. Utilizing an Appreciative Inquiry influenced methodology; this study focuses on a successful case study in order to learn how this has been achieved and how this can be applied elsewhere. The final outcome is a generalizable model, with some noted limitations, of how corporations can promote peace in identity-based conflicts.