History
Challenges of Democratic Consolidation in Post-Conflict Societies
Quick fact
Since 1989, roughly one in every two negotiated peace agreements has been followed by renewed conflict, meaning democratic consolidation is not a one-time event but a fragile, reversible process.
Why this is interesting
You've seen the news: a civil war ends, elections are held, and the world cheers. So why do so many of these new democracies collapse back into violence within a decade?