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Civic engagement and peace initiatives launched across West and Central Africa
Various civic and development initiatives were launched across West and Central Africa to promote peace, security, and community participation.
In Bol, Chad, women and youth organized a public march and community cleaning activities to support UN resolutions regarding women, youth, peace, and security. The event included the inauguration of a mural by the Salama for Peace initiative to promote girls' education and prevent violence against women.
In Mauritania, the NGARTAM Association for Peace and Development held a conference in Riyad titled ‘THE DEBAT’. Funded by the ACCRA/CISV Foundation, the event aimed to increase youth inclusion in local decision-making and development processes.
In the Nando region of Burkina Faso, government representatives and NGOs met in Koudougou to improve coordination between civil society organizations and local authorities. The discussions focused on aligning NGO activities with local development plans and national orientations for the 2026-2030 period.
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Coginta · Consortium pour la Promotion des Initiatives et de Développement · Djoli Canton · European Union · Manda National Park
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The CPID organized a meeting in Djoli Canton to promote peace and social cohesion.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The meeting in Djoli Canton included 34 participants, 16 of whom were women.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The dialogue aimed to prevent tensions related to agricultural and pastoral activities.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Lapia project is funded by the European Union.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Lapia project aims to support social cohesion and peaceful cohabitation in the south of the country.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Discussions addressed the cooperative management of natural resources, specifically regarding Manda National Park.