Peace
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National Dialogues Conference stresses inclusivity in peacebuilding
National Dialogues Conference stresses inclusivity in peacebuilding The sixth National Dialogues Conference took place between 11-13 June 2024 in Helsinki. The Conference aims to foster open discussion between high level peacebuilding experts that enables the sharing of both successes and challenges. The conference also provides a platform where theory and practice come together. While CMI […]
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Building inclusive local governance in Somalia
Building inclusive local governance in Somalia In Somalia, FCA has trained more than 700 women leaders in leadership and other skills. OVER THREE DECADES OF CONFLICT has left Somalia in poverty, most of its infrastructure destroyed, and ongoing political instability and armed conflict exacerbate the effects of climate shocks. Women have borne the brunt of […]
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Emerging stronger after Covid-19
Emerging stronger after Covid-19 Distance learning, quarantines and travel bans. Lockdowns, cancelled events, and hundreds of online meetings. Remembered as the year of the Covid-19 pandemic, 2020 was an exceptional year for everyone, including Finn Church Aid, writes executive director Jouni Hemberg. Conditions have been dire in our programme countries before; however, this was the […]
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Women are at the front line of peace work – but why are all peace negotiators men?
You cannot build lasting peace without women. Many have probably heard this claim before, but why does gender matter? Conflicts and crises affect entire societies, and we also know that women and men are affected differently. Even so, we rarely see women at the tables where decisions regarding our shared future are made. The Syrian […]
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The pandemic created a need for digital peacebuilders
Covid-19 is tough on us in many ways. It has also changed how we make peace. Our usual responses to overcome disagreement or conflict – like important symbolic acts of shaking hands, or even hugging – are out of the question.
