Moderator Burhaan Abdulahi interviewing Abdirahman Ahmed Kaarshe, traditional elder and peacemaker and Nuriyo Abdi Awale, peace activist, on the role of clanism and prejudice in conflict.

Using the power of radio for environmental peacebuildingOur radio programme in Somalia fosters community dialogue around climate change and conflict.

Our radio programme in Somalia fosters community dialogue around climate change and conflict.

Impact

The Berlin Moot 2024Report

The inaugural edition of The Berlin Moot conference brought together experts from diverse fields with peace and mediation practitioners to explore how we can reshape peacemaking. Read key findings and recommendations from the conference.

Year 2024

Rodrigo Londoño Echeverri took part in our peace conference The Berlin Moot in April 2024.

“Our agreement laid the groundwork for lasting peace”Interview with Colombian politician Rodrigo Londoño Echeverri at The Berlin Moot

Rodrigo Londoño Echeverri, Colombian politician and last commander of the FARC, spoke with us at The Berlin Moot about his experiences and peace in the country.

feature 27 Sept 2024

We collected stories to steer dialogue between both sides of the Georgian-Abkhaz conflict.

Healing grievances across generations after the Georgian-Abkhaz conflictWatch Tatuli Beraia's story

We organise workshops where people share their experiences and listen to stories from "the other side" to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma.

Impact

A Syrian Kurdish family, fled from clashes between ISIL militants and PYD forces, carry their belongings_picture alliance.

Video: Climate and peace in the Middle EastHow can climate action support peacebuilding objectives?

Watch our event recording to learn about the intersection of climate action and peacebuilding in the Middle East.

event 25 Jun 2024

Various forms of inclusive community dialogue in Somalia foster an empathetic understanding of the root causes of conflict and a shared vision for pursuing positive peace.

Video: Dialogue for peaceHow can we cultivate a culture of peace?

Watch the recording of our event with UNESCO highlighting the transformative power of dialogue to celebrate International Day of Peace 2024.

event 19 Sept 2024

Students in Germany using physical learning approaches to better understand global conflicts.

International Day of Peace 2024: Cultivating a culture of peace

To celebrate Peace Day, read how our colleagues and partners use peace education as a tool to foster nonviolence throughout schools and universities.

feature 19 Sept 2024

The Sirwan River is an essential source of water for the communities living in the northeast of Kurdistan, Iraq.

Addressing environmental challenges unites divided villages in the northeast of Kurdistan, Iraq

Through facilitating dialogue on water sharing, we support communities in Iraq in overcoming divisions to alleviate the ongoing water crisis.

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Building bridges for nonviolent changeWomen as insider mediators during the October 2019 protests in Iraq

The October 2019 protests in Iraq were notable for their scale, spontaneity, and widespread participation, particularly by young people and women. This report documents the roles of Iraqi women as insider mediators within the movement, highlighting their efforts to maintain peace and build trust among protesters, police, and other stakeholders. Based on interviews with activists across five governorates, the report also examines the gender dynamics and challenges these women faced in mediation, offering insights into their capacity-building needs.

Year 2024
Author(s) Ilham Makki Hammadi