This chapter investigates the actions and choices that people undertake to respond to the dynamic context of a violent conflict. I examine four dimensions of local people’s action: exit, participation, community solidarity, and voice. The analysis describes a wide range of actions that people described in their own narratives, ranging from experiences participating in armed groups to resistance strategies and community solidarity. Although people’s action was so diverse and dynamic, all these dimensions contribute to a discussion on what everyday peace and everyday resistance may look like in a context of violence.
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