Lunch discussion: Peacebuilding and mental health and psychosocial support in the Central African Republic
Join us in Brussels for a lunch discussion on peacebuilding and mental health and psychosocial support in the Central African Republic
Mental health and peacebuilding in the Central African Republic
Between April 2022 and January 2023, Conciliation Resources carried out research in Kaga-Bandoro and Sibut in the Central African Republic (CAR), to gain insight into how the conflict has influenced the way that individuals and communities experience distress, and how mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) approaches should be adapted to local needs. The research highlights the intrinsic relationship between communities in Kaga-Bandoro and Sibut and the spiritual world, and calls for a greater consideration of communities’ spiritual beliefs in MHPSS and peacebuilding work.
Creating space for women’s dialogue in the Somali region of Ethiopia
The Women’s Dialogue Space (WDS) is a platform for current and emerging women leaders in politics, civil society and business in the Somali region of Ethiopia to jointly strategise and amplify women’s voices in the public sphere. The establishment of the platform was supported by Conciliation Resources and our partner KasmoDev based on recommendations made by women engaged in politics in the region.
“Women are the prime-movers of peace”
Women’s meaningful participation in peace processes is fundamental to ensuring a sustainable and transformative peace. The peace process between the Government of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, is often held as a shining example of women’s participation - with women playing crucial roles as facilitators, mediators and peacebuilders.
Barbara Tanne
Barbara Tanne has worked as the Bougainville programme support consultant with Conciliation Resources since 2017, based in Bougainville, she holds over 18 years of hands-on experience working with women, girls and communities in peacebuilding, leadership and mentoring. In her work, Barbara works with local Civil Society Organisations and the Autonomous Bougainville Government.
New collection of stories seeks to document experiences and perspectives of Pacific Island peacebuilders
Conciliation Resources is looking for contributions for a special collection of stories, which will document the experiences and ideas of Pacific Island peacebuilders working on dealing with the legacies of past conflict in the region.
International Women’s Day 2023: When we embrace equity, we can embrace peace
Everyone should have the chance to shape their future; to make peace possible. But to do this we need to ensure everyone has equitable access to peace. Peace that is inclusive, acknowledges the diversity of those affected by conflict and doesn’t discriminate. This International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on the diversity of women bridging religious, ethnic and political divides to make peace possible. Because when we embrace equity, we can embrace peace.
New UK Plan is a step in the right direction – but only with a peacebuilding approach will it deliver the radical goals of the Women, Peace and Security agenda
In the run up to the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council 1325, the UK has launched its fifth National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security. Though a positive step, the government must take an ambitious approach to implementation if it wants to make genuine progress towards peace and gender equality.