The Influence of Academicians on the Integration of Reconciliation Among the Youth in Cyprus

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Chapter 1 Nature of Conflict
  • 1.1 - Background
  • 1.2 Issues and Goals
  • 1.3 Conflict Map and Narrative
    • 1.3.1 Actors
    • 1.3.2 Structures
    • 1.3.3 Dynamics
  • 1.4 – Literature Review
  • 1.5 - Framework/Model
  • 1.6 - Literature Reframing the Research Question
• Chapter 2 - Data
  • 2.1 Methodology
  • 2.2 Data Collection
  • 2.3 Data Analysis
  • 2.4 Data Interpretation
  • 2.5 - Bridge to Intervention Strategies
• Chapter 3 - Intervention Strategies
  • 3.1 Needs Overview
  • 3.2 Rationale for Interventions
  • 3.3 - Project Addressing Needs
  • 3.4 Need: Acknowledgement
  • 3.5 Need: Nationalism
  • 3.6 Need: Academic Culture
  • 3.7 Benchmarks and Evaluation
• Chapter 4 – Networking and Sustainability
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 The Network
  • 4.3 - The Interventions and Challenges to Sustainability
  • 4.4 Strategies for Sustainability

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This master thesis examines the impact of academics on the integration of reconciliation among the youth in Cyprus. It specifically focuses on the conflict between Greek-speaking and Turkish-speaking Cypriots, which began in the 1960s and escalated in 1974. The thesis explores the historical context of the conflict, analyzes the current situation, and proposes intervention strategies to promote reconciliation and bridge the divide between the two communities.

• The historical context and evolution of the Cyprus conflict.
• The role of academics in promoting reconciliation and peacebuilding.
• The impact of the conflict on the mental and emotional well-being of the youth.
• The development and implementation of intervention strategies to address the needs of the youth.
• The challenges and opportunities for achieving sustainable peace in Cyprus.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter 1 provides an overview of the Cyprus conflict, outlining its historical background, key actors, and underlying issues. It also examines relevant literature and establishes a framework for the research. Chapter 2 delves into the methodology and data collection process, including the analysis and interpretation of the gathered information. Chapter 3 presents a comprehensive analysis of the needs of the youth in Cyprus, outlining the rationale for specific intervention strategies and a detailed project addressing those needs. Chapter 4 focuses on the development of a network to support the implementation of these strategies, exploring challenges to sustainability and proposing solutions.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This master thesis centers around the themes of reconciliation, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, youth development, and the Cyprus conflict. It explores the role of academics in promoting understanding and cooperation between the Greek-speaking and Turkish-speaking communities in Cyprus. Key concepts include intervention strategies, sustainable peace, and the impact of historical grievances on the current situation. The research draws upon various academic disciplines, including conflict studies, peace psychology, and political science.