Stories of peace
We gave birth to peace: Khadija's Story
Khadija was born in Kismayo, Somalia. Her story and her experienceof the Somali civil war helps us to understand the instrumental role played by women in the construction, prosecution and resolution of violent intra and inter-clan conflict. Her story is one of honesty and bravery. Read more »
Top 5 tips for peacebuilding organisations to build financial resilience
Achieving financially sustainability can be a significant challenge for peacebuilding organisations. Understanding and improving the factors that affect the finances and funds of these organisations is critical, as is understanding alternative resources available to them, which can be just as important as financing. Read more »
Masika is 13.
She lives in DR Congo. Masika was helping her aunt collect firewood when she was captured by soldiers and forced to join the militia.
She was forced to live a life no child should live.
Thankfully, she was found by our local partner. They gave her food, shelter and psychological support.
They will find her family, or a foster home to take care of her, and provide skills training or support her to go back to school.
Local people stopping war and building peace were a lifeline to Masika.
They urgently need your support.
