The provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu have for several years been facing recurring armed conflicts, population displacement, communal tensions and identity-based conflicts that undermine social cohesion. Young people make up a significant proportion of the population and are often the hardest hit by the effects of conflict, unemployment, social exclusion and identity-based manipulation. The challenges observed include, in particular: Low youth participation in peace initiatives; Hate spe
The provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu have been facing recurrent armed conflicts, intercommunal tensions, and socio-economic crises for several decades. These challenges have weakened social cohesion and limited opportunities for young people. The main identified problems are as follows: a) Persistence of Identity-Based and Community Conflicts Increasing tensions among ethnic groups and local communities; Mutual mistrust and stigmatization between certain communities; Manipulation of ethni
Proposed Solutions To address the identified challenges, the project will implement a set of interventions aimed at strengthening social cohesion, promoting inclusion, preventing identity-based conflicts, and improving socio-economic opportunities for young people in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu. a) Prevention and Peaceful Management of Identity-Based and Community Conflicts Organizing regular intercommunity dialogues among ethnic groups and local communities; Establishing and st
Overall Impact The project will contribute to strengthening sustainable peace, social cohesion, and community stability in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu by promoting the positive engagement of young people in preventing identity-based conflicts, fostering intercommunity dialogue, and developing a culture of tolerance and inclusion. Specific Impacts 1. Strengthening Social Cohesion and Peaceful Coexistence Reduction of tensions and prejudices among different ethnic and cultural com
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