The main purpose of this study was to assess the role of youth in peace building activities in Bedesa town. To this end, explanatory sequential mixed method design was employed in carrying out the study. The target population was youths from selected areas in Bedesa town. One hundred and fifty-four youth were sampled from the target population through a stratified random sampling technique. The required data were collected through questionnaire and structured interview. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the quantitative data that have been collected through close ended questionnaires, whereas the qualitative data gathered through interview were analyzed thematically to substantiate the quantitative findings.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- Chapter 2: Literature Review
- Chapter 3: Research Methodology
- Chapter 4: Results and Discussion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis aims to investigate the roles and challenges of youth participation in peacebuilding activities in Bedesa Town, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. It seeks to understand the contributions of youth, the obstacles they face, and the implications for sustainable peace.
- Youth participation in peacebuilding
- Challenges faced by youth in peacebuilding
- Impact of youth engagement on peace and security
- Role of local institutions in supporting youth participation
- Recommendations for improving youth engagement in peacebuilding
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter introduces the research topic, providing background information on youth participation in peacebuilding, particularly within the context of Bedesa Town, Ethiopia. It highlights the significance of youth engagement in peace processes and outlines the research questions and objectives that guide the study. The chapter sets the stage for the subsequent chapters by establishing the context and rationale for the research.
Chapter 2: Literature Review: This chapter presents a comprehensive review of existing literature on youth participation in peacebuilding, examining various theoretical frameworks and empirical findings. It explores the roles that young people play in conflict resolution, peacebuilding initiatives, and post-conflict reconstruction. The review analyzes the challenges and opportunities associated with youth involvement, considering factors such as age, gender, and socio-economic status. It draws connections between international frameworks (such as the UN's Youth, Peace and Security agenda) and the specific Ethiopian context, laying the groundwork for the empirical investigation in later chapters.
Chapter 3: Research Methodology: This chapter details the research design and methods employed in the study. It describes the research approach (likely qualitative, given the nature of the topic), the data collection techniques (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys), the sample selection process, and the data analysis strategies. This chapter justifies the chosen methodology and explains how the data was collected and analyzed to answer the research questions, ensuring the validity and reliability of the findings.
Chapter 4: Results and Discussion: This chapter presents the key findings of the research, analyzing the data collected to understand the roles and challenges of youth participation in peacebuilding in Bedesa Town. It discusses the main themes that emerged from the data, interpreting the results in light of the existing literature reviewed in Chapter 2. This chapter establishes the connections between the empirical findings and the theoretical frameworks presented earlier, drawing conclusions about the implications of the research for policy and practice related to youth engagement in peacebuilding.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Youth participation, peacebuilding, Ethiopia, Oromia, conflict resolution, challenges, opportunities, sustainable peace, community engagement, youth empowerment.
Frequently Asked Questions: Comprehensive Language Preview of Youth Participation in Peacebuilding in Bedesa Town, Ethiopia
What is the overall purpose of this document?
This document provides a comprehensive preview of a thesis investigating the roles and challenges of youth participation in peacebuilding activities in Bedesa Town, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. It includes the table of contents, objectives and key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords.
What topics are covered in the thesis?
The thesis explores youth participation in peacebuilding, focusing on the contributions of youth, the obstacles they face, the impact of their engagement on peace and security, the role of local institutions, and recommendations for improving youth involvement.
What are the key themes of the research?
Key themes include youth participation in peacebuilding, challenges faced by youth, the impact of youth engagement on peace and security, the role of local institutions in supporting youth participation, and recommendations for improving youth engagement.
What is included in each chapter?
Chapter 1 (Introduction): Introduces the research topic, provides background information, highlights the significance of youth engagement, and outlines research questions and objectives. Chapter 2 (Literature Review): Reviews existing literature on youth participation in peacebuilding, examining theoretical frameworks and empirical findings. Chapter 3 (Research Methodology): Details the research design and methods, including the approach, data collection techniques, sample selection, and data analysis strategies. Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion): Presents key findings, analyzes data, discusses emerging themes, interprets results in light of existing literature, and draws conclusions for policy and practice.
What research methods were used?
The methodology section (Chapter 3) details the specific research approach (likely qualitative), data collection techniques (e.g., interviews, focus groups, surveys), sample selection process, and data analysis strategies used in the study.
What are the key findings of the research (in general terms)?
Chapter 4 presents the key findings concerning the roles and challenges of youth participation in peacebuilding in Bedesa Town. The findings will be analyzed and discussed in relation to the literature review and theoretical frameworks.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
Keywords include: Youth participation, peacebuilding, Ethiopia, Oromia, conflict resolution, challenges, opportunities, sustainable peace, community engagement, youth empowerment.
What is the geographic focus of the research?
The research focuses specifically on Bedesa Town, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia.
What is the overall aim or objective of the research?
The thesis aims to investigate the roles and challenges of youth participation in peacebuilding activities in Bedesa Town, and to understand the contributions of youth, the obstacles they face, and the implications for sustainable peace.
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- Shemsedin Mohamed (Author), 2022, The Roles and Challenges of Youth Participation in Peace Building Activities. The Case Of Bedesa Town, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1259179
