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Mary’s Catholic High School, Fujairah-2024-25


Grade 7

Reading material-Peace and conflict

Conflict is a part of human interaction, whether between individuals, groups, or nations.


Resolving conflicts peacefully is essential for maintaining relationships and ensuring a
harmonious society.

Key Terms
- Negotiation: working out a solution that parties agree with.
- Mediation: The process of an impartial mediator(person) intervening between parties in order
to reconcile them.
- Resolution: To find a peaceful solution to a disagreement.
- Dispute: A quarrel or disagreement
- Conflict: A serious disagreement or argument which usually occurs when people have
different opinions, values or experiences.
- Peacekeeping: Efforts to maintain peace and prevent conflict.
- United Nations: An international organization formed to promote peace and cooperation
among countries.
- Humanitarian: Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.
- Displacement: The forced movement of people from their home or country.
- Refugee: A person who has been forced to leave their country due to conflict or persecution.
- Food Insecurity: The state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of
affordable, nutritious food.
- Crisis: A time of intense difficulty or danger.

Conflicts between individuals can often be resolved through various methods:

1. Negotiation: Both parties discuss their issues openly to find a mutually acceptable solution.
2. Mediation: A neutral third party helps facilitate the conversation, ensuring both sides are
heard and guiding them toward a resolution.
3. Compromise: Each party may give up something to reach an agreement that satisfies both
sides.
Action Plan for Conflict Resolution

1. Identify the Conflict: Understand the root causes of the dispute.


2. Engage in Dialogue: Encourage open communication between the parties involved.
3. Involve a Mediator: If necessary, bring in a neutral third party to help facilitate discussions.
4. Understand Differences: Make sure everyone shares how they feel and what they need.
Listen carefully to what each person is saying.

Qualities for Conflict Resolution


Effective conflict resolution requires several key qualities:

- Empathy: Understanding the feelings and perspectives of others.


- Patience: Taking the time to listen and work through issues without rushing.
- Communication: Clearly expressing thoughts and feelings while also listening to others.
- Open-mindedness: Being willing to consider different viewpoints and solutions.
-Tolerance: being open to other people’s ideas, even if they are different from yours. It’s about
accepting that not everyone thinks the same way, and that’s okay.
- Respect: Respect means treating the other person kindly and valuing their thoughts and
feelings, even if you don’t agree with them.

What is the United Nations (UN)?

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945 after World War II. Its
main goal is to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries. Today, nearly every
country in the world is a member of the UN.

The Role of the United Nations (UN)


The UN plays a crucial role in resolving conflicts on a global scale. Here are some of its key
functions:

1. Peacekeeping: The UN deploys(send) peacekeeping officials to conflicted areas to maintain


peace and security.
2. Humanitarian Aid: The UN provides assistance to refugees and displaced persons,
addressing issues such as food insecurity and health care.
3. Conflict Resolution: The UN facilitates negotiations between conflicting parties to promote
peaceful resolutions.

What is the UN Charter?

The UN Charter is the founding document of the United Nations. It outlines the principles and
goals of the organization. Here’s why it’s important:

- Sets the Rules: The Charter establishes how the UN operates and the rights and
responsibilities of member states.
- Promotes Peace: It emphasizes the importance of maintaining international peace and
security.

- Guides Actions: The Charter provides a framework for the UN to take action in conflicts, such
as deploying peacekeepers or imposing sanctions.

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