Addressing injustice is part of the peace process from "summary" of Peace Process by William B. Quandt
The resolution of longstanding conflicts requires more than just signing agreements and shaking hands. True peace cannot be achieved if underlying injustices are left unaddressed. Injustice festers like an untreated wound, causing resentment and anger to simmer beneath the surface. Any sustainable peace process must include a reckoning with the injustices that have fueled the conflict in the first place. Addressing injustice is not just a moral imperative; it is a practical necessity. Injustice creates fertile ground for future conflict, as grievances left unresolved continue to breed resentment and mistrust. When people feel that their suffering has been ignored or dismissed, they are unlikely to embrace a peace settlement wholeheartedly. Instead, they may seek alternative means to redress their grievances, perpetuating a cycle of violence and instability. Furthermore, addressing injustice ...
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