NONVIOLENCE: A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO CONFLICT RESOLUTION THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE PREPARATION FOR WAR

Authors: Emmanuel Christopher Magayaki, Kingsley Sweetwilliams & Shalom Oghenekarho Okugbeni

ABSTRACT

This article explores the paradoxical notion that nonviolence is best achieved when one is fully prepared for war. Drawing from historical examples, strategic theories, and contemporary case studies, the paper argues that effective nonviolent movements are not born out of naivety or passivity but rather through meticulous preparation, organization, and strategic planning. By examining the interplay between readiness for conflict and the pursuit of nonviolent objectives, this article seeks to provide insights into the dynamics of successful nonviolent resistance movements and their potential for fostering lasting peace. This article aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on nonviolent resistance by highlighting the strategic imperative of comprehensive preparation for peace. Through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing historical analysis, theoretical frameworks, and contemporary case studies, it seeks to underscore the effectiveness of strategic planning, organization, and readiness in achieving the goals of nonviolence. By shedding light on the interplay between conflict preparedness and peaceful resistance, this paper aims to inform policymakers, activists, and scholars alike on the pragmatic pathways towards lasting peace and social change.

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