The purpose of this Guide is to provide, in a simple and accessible format, basic guidance on risk assessment and risk management in conflict settings that oil and gas companies might face. These include conflicts between companies and local communities which are directly related to the presence and operations of the companies themselves, as well as wider social and political conflicts in which companies are not directly involved but which are very likely to impact on companies operating in such conflict environments.

This report seeks to build the "business case" for sponsors of large-scale, high-impact projects to treat the consent of the host community as a requirement of project development.

This is a set of tools for companies concerned about improving their impact on host countries to begin thinking more creatively about understanding and minimising conflict risk, and actively contributing to peace.

The Tool  aims to help companies that invest in countries where governments are unwilling or unable to assume their responsibilities. It addresses risks and ethical dilemmas that companies are likely to face in such weak governance zones, including obeying the law and observing international instruments, heightened care in managing investments, knowing business partners and clients and dealing with public sector officials, and speaking out about wrongdoing.

Violent conflicts seem to be on the increase in mineral-producing developing countries. Yet the strategic importance of oil, gas and mining revenues for social and economic development ensures strong vested interests in maintaining production, even during intense conflict.

This study draws on 13 case studies of conflict-affected countries that specifically have incorporated community-driven development (CDD) initiatives in their development effort. Through semi-structured interviews with the managers of these CDD programs, the report analyzes the impact of CDD as a development option. It also extends current knowledge of the application of CDD approaches in conflict-affected environments by identifying common challenges and opportunities, drawing lessons learned from these operations, and disseminating the findings among donors and client governments.

The objectives of this report are to: (i) develop a better understanding of the potential contributions of civil society to peacebuilding; (ii) analyze comparative advantages, limitations, risks, and critical factors; and (iii) provide guidance to external actors supporting civil society initiatives for peacebuilding.

University of Colorado web site that contains information on conflict mapping, including links to additional resources.

Association for Conflict Resolution Web site that contains a wealth of information about a wide range of topics concerning conflict resolution.