Jeremy Ginges, Scott Atran, Douglas Medin, and Khalil Shikaki | Sacred bounds on rational resolution of
violent political conflict (April 25, 2007)
Report of a series of experiments carried out
with Palestinian and Israeli participants showing that violent opposition to compromise over issues considered
sacred is increased by offering material incentives to compromise but decreased when the adversary makes symbolic
compromises over their own sacred values. PDF >
March 27, 2003 / March 28, 2007
Comprehensive peace initiative that attempts to end the Arab-Israeli conflict by normalizing relations between the
entire Arab region and Israel in exchange for a complete withdrawal from the occupied territories (including East
Jerusalem) and a "just settlement" of the Palestinian refugee crisis based on UN Resolution 194. Read Document >
Americans for Peace Now (2007)
Transcripts, documents, and articles relating to
the Arab Peace Initiative (API), previously known as the Saudi Peace Plan, which was later passed by the Arab
Summit in 2002. Read More >
Yair Hirschfeld / James Baker III Institute for Public Policy (2007)
Two-part study that features a suggested strategic framework to achieve an Israeli-Arab peace, and discusses the
historical evolution of the peace process with a focus on lessons learned. PDF >
When You Have Not Decided Where to Go, No Wind Can Take You There: A Strategy to Achieve a Comprehensive Israeli-Arab Peace
Yair Hirschfeld / James Baker III Institute for Public
Policy (2007)
Two-part study that features a suggested
strategic framework to achieve an Israeli-Arab peace, and discusses the historical evolution of the peace process
with a focus on lessons learned. PDF >
Douglas Sturkey / Edward Elgar Publishing (2007)
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The James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy (2007)
Intensive study that delves into Israeli-Palestinian negotiations over the issues of Jerusalem and refugees.
Includes an examination of pertinent theories and styles of negotiations, thorough background on the issues, and
guidelines for agreement between the two sides. PDF >
McGill University / Palestinian Refugee ResearchNet (2007)
Provides a descriptive overview of the course of negotiations from 1991 to 2001 as they pertain to refugees. The
report also touches upon issues of donor coordination, economic planning in support of an agreement, as well as the
contribution of track II research and dialogue projects. PDF >
The Forced Migration and Refugee Studies Program (2007)
Presents demographic characteristics of Palestinian migration, including refugees both in and outside of the West
Bank and Gaza, by examining the evolution of the Palestinian population since the late 19th century. Also examines
the differences in demographic and socioeconomic characteristics between migration patterns and populations in host
countries. PDF >
The James A. Baker III Institute for Public Policy (2007)
Intensive study that delves into Israeli-Palestinian negotiations over the issues of Jerusalem and refugees.
Includes an examination of pertinent theories and styles of negotiations, thorough background on the issues, and
guidelines for agreement between the two sides. PDF >