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With her experience in these areas, she plays a key role in overseeing the International City of Peace – Kitshanga, where her skills in social justice, pacification and environmental protection will be essential to building a sustainable future. Achievements of the International City of Peace – Kitshanga The International City of Peace – Kitshanga is a project under development, but several achievements are being considered or being implemented to achieve the vision of peace and social justice in honor of Laëtitia Ndayishimiye. 1. Initiatives for Peace and Reconciliation Organization of inter-community dialogues to strengthen social cohesion between conflicting groups. Establishment of a mediation center to peacefully resolve local tensions. Support for the reintegration of veterans and displaced through training and economic projects. 2. Social and economic development Construction of schools and vocational training centers to empower young people and women. Launch of sustainable agricultural projects to improve food security and offer economic alternatives. Creation of local cooperatives to promote the entrepreneurship and financial independence of vulnerable populations.
International City of Peace – Kitshanga 1. Vision The International City of Peace – Kitshanga aims to transform Kitshanga into a haven of peace and sustainable development. It aims to: promote peaceful cohabitation between the different communities in conflict. Rehabilitate the city by building modern infrastructure for stability and prosperity. Promote the reintegration of displaced and ex-combatants through socio-economic programs. Create an exportable peace model to other conflicting areas in the DRC and the Great Lakes region.
With her experience in these areas, she plays a key role in overseeing the International City of Peace – Kitshanga, where her skills in social justice, pacification and environmental protection will be essential to building a sustainable future. Achievements of the International City of Peace – Kitshanga The International City of Peace – Kitshanga is a project under development, but several achievements are being considered or being implemented to achieve the vision of peace and social justice in honor of Laëtitia Ndayishimiye. 1. Initiatives for Peace and Reconciliation Organization of inter-community dialogues to strengthen social cohesion between conflicting groups. Establishment of a mediation center to peacefully resolve local tensions. Support for the reintegration of veterans and displaced through training and economic projects.
– Kitshanga will work with several partners: a) Local organizations Churches and community associations: Awareness of peace and reconciliation. Local NGOs: support for the displaced, youth training and support for women. Research institutes and universities: studies on social cohesion and sustainable development. b) United Nations National and International Partners (MONUSCO, UNDP, UNICEF): Security, Human Rights, Education and Reconstruction. African Union and regional organizations: Diplomatic support and intercommunity mediation. International NGOs (Caritas, Red Cross, Mercy Corps, etc.): Humanitarian aid, training and economic development. Conclusion With supervision provided by Abigail Kasoki Kabunga and collaboration with various actors, the
Abigail Kasoki Kabunga: Committed activist for peace, women's rights and the environment 1. Defense of women's rights Abigail Kasoki Kabunga fights for the empowerment of women and their active participation in society. Her actions include: Promoting girls' education and their access to economic opportunities. Supporting women victims of violence by advocating for justice and psychosocial support. Commitment to equal rights and recognition of the role of women in the reconstruction of the country. 2. Peacemaker and community mediator As a peace advocate, she works to: Reconcile communities in conflict, in particular by facilitating dialogue between opposing groups. Promote non-violence and peaceful cohabitation through local initiatives. Encourage young people to engage in peaceful solutions rather than in armed groups.
Yes, I approve the guidelines for an International City of Peace and will provide four or more additional approved signatures of community Peace Team members (see next registration field). "A culture of peace is a set of values, attitudes, traditions and modes of behavior and ways of life based on respect for life, ending of violence and promotion and practice of non-violence through education, dialogue and cooperation. Tenets include: Full respect for and promotion of all human rights and fundamental freedoms; Commitment to peaceful settlement of conflicts; Efforts to meet the developmental and environmental needs of present and future generations; Respect for and promotion of the right to development; Respect for and promotion of equal rights and opportunities for women and men; Respect for and promotion of the right of everyone to freedom of expression, opinion and information; Adherence to the principles of freedom, justice, democracy, tolerance, solidarity, cooperation, pluralism, cultural diversity, dialogue and understanding at all levels of society and among nations; and fostered by an enabling national and international environment conducive to peace." In addition, the Golden Rule - "Do for others as you would have them do for you" -- provides a unity proposition for personal, local and global peace.
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