Peacebuilding & Grassroots Dialogue
Fostering social cohesion, mutual respect, and peaceful co-existence between refugee populations and host communities in Kakuma, Turkana County, Kenya.
Building Lasting Bridges Across Diverse Communities
Peace is the foundational prerequisite for all development. ACWA creates safe, structured spaces for ongoing dialogue.
Kakuma is home to over 200,000 refugees from multiple countries alongside the host Turkana community. ACWA’s peacebuilding program addresses root causes of tension, including natural resource access and cultural misunderstandings.
Refugee leaders, village elders, youth groups, women peace committees, and local administration.
Core Components of Our Peacebuilding Work
Community Peace Dialogues
Facilitating regular structured forums between refugee elders and Turkana host community leaders.
Conflict Resolution Training
Equipping grassroots leaders with non-violent communication, negotiation, and dispute mediation skills.
Peace Awareness Campaigns
Organizing peace marches, cultural festivals, and community sports events promoting unity.
Youth Engagement for Peace
Mobilizing youth peace ambassadors to prevent inter-ethnic friction and promote collaboration.