The Promise of Agonism? Identity Change in Conflicted Societies

Abstract

This panel focuses on the construction of antagonistic identities in conflict processes, and the peace-building efforts directed toward the transformation of enemy relations into constructive agonistic encounters. Various agencies, mechanisms and discursive formations underpinning identity change in conflict societies are in focus. Different forms of identity change and their contribution to peace processes are investigated on micro- to macro levels. We discuss papers that explore these questions theoretically and in different conflict settings.