Peace Keeping / Peace Building

Three community structures have been formed to create awareness on gender-based violence (GBV), promote gender-transformative leadership, and foster peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities. One such structure is the Women's Forum, consisting of 80 women. The forum aims to empower women through leadership training and advocacy. The women in the forum have been trained three times on gender-transformative leadership, enabling them to take on leadership roles within the settlement and act as a voice for the voiceless. Their efforts have also empowered other women and girls to fight for their rights and strive for a better future. Additionally, a group of 20 Male Champions has been established to support the women’s participation agenda. Their role is to advocate for gender equality and actively promote the inclusion of women in community affairs. Another important structure is the Cultural Alliance, composed of 20 members (16 men and 4 women), including cultural leaders, landlords, and religious leaders. This alliance works to raise awareness about peace and helps resolve conflicts within the community. Together, these groups are making significant strides in promoting women's leadership, gender equality, and peaceful coexistence in the community.