THE IMPORTANCE OF CIVILIAN INTEGRATION IN PEACE-KEEPINGMISSION FOR POST-CONFLICT RECONSTRUCTION:A CASE STUDY OF LIBERIA

Abstract

Civilian integration in peace-keeping missions is crucial for fostering sustainable peace and stability in post-conflict societies. This paper examines the significance of civilian involvement in peace-keeping efforts, with a focus on Liberia as a case study. The Liberian civil war, which lasted from to , left the country devastated and deeply divided. Following the conflict, the United Nations deployed peacekeeping forces to help restore peace and facilitate reconstruction efforts. However, it became evident that military intervention alone was insufficient to address the complex challenges facing Liberia. This paper highlights the multifaceted roles civilians play in peacekeeping missions, including political, social, economic, and humanitarian aspects. This research uses a descriptive, analytic and qualitative approaches and collection of information from secondary sources through library research and internet. The results reveal that by engaging with local stakeholders, understanding their needs, and involving them in decision-making processes, peace-keepers can better tailor their strategies to the context and enhance their effectiveness.The study concludes that civilian integration is not just a complement to military intervention but a fundamental component of successful peacekeeping missions.