The value of diversity in multilateral disarmament work
By: John Borrie and Ashley Thornton
Contributors: Thornton, Ashley; United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research
Publisher: United Nations
Published: 2008
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 85
ISBN-13: 9789290451938
Subjects: Disarmament; Arms control; Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes
Description: "Success has been hard to attain in multilateral disarmament and arms control work in recent years. Serious political problems exist, but these are not the only difficulties. The unintended consequences of past practice, or the complex challenges those involved must deal with, can be obstacles to progress. Aspects of multilateral disarmament practice may compound cognitive challenges that individuals face in managing their perceptions and interactions with others in negotiating environments. While there is no way to ensure success in disarmament endeavors, multilateral practitioners can improve the chances by recognizing and harnessing cognitive diversity, as humanitarian perspectives in disarmament processes have shown. This book discusses practical suggestions to help achieve this" -- provided by publisher
Notes: "UNIDIR/2008/16."

"United Nations publications. Sales no. GV.E.08.0.5"--T.p. verso.

"United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research."

Includes bibliographical references.

Available both in print and online.
Table of contents: title: Knowns and unknowns; title: Cognitive constraints and biases; title: The value of diversity; title: Conclusion.