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The Situation in Sudan and the Conflict in Darfur

Issue 1, May 2008


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Editors' Letter

Introduction

  • Did You Know?
  • Issue Summary
  • Why It Matters

Perspectives:  The Conflict is Different Things to Different People

Context:  Why Now, Why in Sudan

Annotated Timeline

  • North-South Conflict
  • Darfur
  • International Community

Map of Sudan

Understanding the Headlines:  Frequently Asked Questions about Darfur

Key Internal Players

  • Khartoum (Northern Sudan)
  • South Sudanese
  • Darfur’s Tribes
  • Darfur Rebel Forces – SLA/M and JEM
  • Janjaweed Militias
  • The Civilian Victims in Darfur
  • Other Factions Within Sudan

Key External Players

  • United States (US)
  • China
  • Libya
  • Chad
  • Egypt
  • Great Britain (UK)
  • Other African Neighbors
  • Various International Investors

International Response

  • United Nations (UN)
  • African Union (AU)
  • United Nations African Mission in Sudan (UNAMID)
  • European Union/North Atlantic Treaty Organization (EU/NATO)
  • Pan African Community
  • International Muslim Community

Challenges Going Forward

  • Means:  UNAMID and Diplomacy
  • Ends:  Peace in Darfur and Stabilization of Sudan

What Next?

  • The Dividends for the World Beyond Darfur
  • Policy Prescriptions
  • Opportunities for Individual Action

Sources

  • Key Foundation Documents
  • Visual Sources
  • Referenced Resources
  • Sampling of Sources Consulted

Classroom Companion

  • Leveled Readings
  • Discussion Questions
  • Lesson Plans and Curriculum Units
  • Additional Resources
  • National Standards

World Savvy Salon Guide

  • Why Host a World Savvy Salon
  • Discussion Questions
  • Additional Resources

Update: Sudan, August 2008