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4.2 Information networks

Conflict sensitive programming requires networks to provide information on the context, and the interaction of the intervention with that context. Many organisations have existing information networks, and these may require further expansion to capture the sensitive and context-specific information required to monitor relevant changes and impacts. The principle of transparency may need qualification in this situation, as information sources sometimes require protection, and the information they provide might need to be treated with confidentiality. This is a context-specific question, but clearly sources should not be put at risk. A particularly innovative information network has been created by Al Quraish in Sri Lanka involving “Peace Birds” (see Box 5).

Box 5: “Peace Birds”

Al Quraish has developed a unique network of ‘Peace Birds’ throughout the three divided communities in which it works. Al Quraish originated as a sports club, although has now transformed into a development actor. The original sports club members, representing all three communities, underwent conflict transformation and conflict analysis training. They now openly act as information conduits, unearthing and providing crucial information at moments of crisis.

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