Project description
Bridging the interoperability divide of peacekeeping
In the realm of UN peacekeeping, achieving effective collaboration among diverse nations and services is key for success. Supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) programme, the MAMIP project addresses critical gaps in understanding interoperability across national peacekeeping forces. It investigates how differing knowledge management approaches impact operational cohesion in missions. With case studies from Brazil, Ethiopia, India, and the Netherlands, the project promises insights into varied practices and skills needed for effective peace operations. MAMIP adopts an interdisciplinary approach to refine scholarly understanding and enhance international peacekeeping strategies. This initiative not only aims to bridge theoretical gaps, but also prepares researchers for impactful contributions in global security efforts.
Objective
UN peacekeeping operations constitute a complex endeavor to prevent conflict and protect civilians, which often can only be achieved through close collaboration of different nations, functions and services, both military and civilian. Although interoperability is crucial for the success of integrated missions, no previous study has systematically examined differences in models of interoperability along national lines; furthermore, until now, the taxonomy of knowledge requirements for effective interoperability remains disorganized and undertheorized in scholarly literature. Previous experiences in missions have demonstrated that military peacekeepers, even when operating under the same mandate, may have different understandings of the abilities and skills required to interact with other contingents and services in missions. This project sheds light on such unexplored issues. Through case studies and comparative research, it aims to identify and assess how knowledge management across different national peacekeeping organizations affects variations in models of practices of interoperability in peace operations. As case studies, I have selected four national peacekeeping training organizations located in different nations and regions: India, Brazil, Netherlands and Ethiopia. Given the project's focus on the field of peace and conflict studies, it adopts a strong interdisciplinary approach. To ensure the successful development of the purpose of this project, I will conduct my research at the Netherlands Defense Academy, under the guidance of Professor Dr. Ren Moelker, a leading scholar in the field. This project will prepare me to become a tenured scholar, refine my research skills, strengthen my scholar profile, and enable me to establish myself as an experienced researcher.
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Programme(s)
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HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
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HORIZON-TMA-MSCA-PF-EF - HORIZON TMA MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
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2511CR Den Haag
Netherlands
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