Blog Updates and inspiration

Research shows that peace is more durable when women are included in peacebuilding. But they are often under-represented in these processes. We’re working to change that.

With small investments into sustainable livelihood projects, we’re reinforcing community resilience.

We’re working with central African peace committees to equip them with tools to address mental health needs in their communities and break cycles of violent conflict.

On April 24, 2020, our dear friend and Congolese partner Sister Angélique Namaika was named as an Aurora Humanitarian and one of four finalists for the Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity during an online discussion hosted by the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative. As an Aurora Humanitarian, Sister Angélique is recognized and celebrated as a hero for […]

The COVID-19 crisis is proving how interconnected we truly are and it is challenging us to embody our convictions unlike ever before.

On March 3, the House overwhelmingly adopted H.Res. 387 by a margin of 378 to 7, a clear sign of support for the Central African Republic (CAR).

Ending violence in central Africa requires a holistic approach and global collaboration.

On October 31, 2000, the UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and National Security. This resolution, and seven subsequently related resolutions, dedicate the UN to the idea that “we cannot achieve sustainable peace without women’s full, equal and meaningful participation in all levels of decision-making”. Its measures outline several ways the […]

The number one thing Central African community leaders tell us is that they need access to more mental health resources. We’re helping make them available.

During a workshop for Peace Committee leaders in eastern CAR, local peace builders had the opportunity to address Ambassador Tamlyn.