Does Reconciliation Affect Conflict and Development? Evidence from a Field Experiment in Sierra Leone

Presentation Outline Brief overview of Fambul Tok Theory of change Main elements of the Policy Implementation Plan (PIP) Challenges encountered and lessons learned

Fambul Tok Overview

Theory of Change Overarching goal: To bring lasting peace to Sierra Leone by building on local traditional mechanisms of reconciliation and leadership, ensuring maximum community ownership and participation, and drawing all sections of the population into the process.

Theory of Change (continued) Preconditions necessary to achieve goal Interventions necessary to create these preconditions Indicators

Main elements of the Policy Implementation Plan (PIP) Context and Risks Stakeholder and Policy-Maker Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Plan

Context and Risks Post-conflict environment National transitional justice efforts coming to a close Elections

Stakeholder and Policymaker Analysis Government bodies Local NGOs Media International research organizations International implementation and donor agencies

Stakeholder Engagement Plan Study design – complete Implementation – in process Preliminary findings – future Dissemination – future Adoption of recommendations – future

Challenges Encountered and Lessons Learned Challenge: resistance of monitoring by field staff Lesson: importance of clear communication and teamwork