Uplift Initiative Ethiopia's Peace and Security

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia's peace and security programs encompass a range of initiatives aimed at promoting stability, conflict resolution, and inclusive societies across the African continent in particular in Ethiopia.

Key Areas on Peace and
Security Programs

Conflict Resolution Workshops

Uplift Initiative's conflict resolution workshops equip participants with essential mediation, negotiation, and communication skills to effectively manage interpersonal and communal conflicts. The workshops cover a range of topics, including active listening, empathy building, anger management, and conflict de-escalation techniques. Participants engage in role-playing exercises, case studies, and group discussions to practice applying these conflict resolution strategies in real-world scenarios. Uplift Initiative also trains local leaders, youth groups, and community-based organizations to become facilitators of these workshops, enabling the sustainable dissemination of these skills within their respective communities.

Youth Peace Ambassadors

Uplift Initiative selects and trains exceptional youth leaders to serve as "Peace Ambassadors" in their communities. These ambassadors undergo extensive training on peace building, conflict transformation, and community mobilization. They are equipped with the knowledge and skills to organize peace-building events, lead community dialogues, and work with local authorities in Ethiopia to address the root causes of conflicts and tensions in the country. Peace Ambassadors act as role models and mentors, inspiring their peers to become active contributors to a more peaceful and cohesive society. Uplift Initiative provides ongoing support and mentorship to the Peace Ambassadors youths, ensuring they can effectively implement their initiatives and sustain their impact within their communities.

Virtual Peace Awareness Sessions

Uplift Initiative leverages virtual platforms to conduct interactive peace awareness sessions for youth and vulnerable communities across Ethiopia by using #uplift peacemaking. These online sessions cover topics such as the importance of peaceful coexistence, the role of youth in promoting peace, conflict resolution strategies, and the impacts of hate speech and extremism. The sessions incorporate multimedia content, expert-led discussions, and breakout group activities to engage participants and encourage dialogue around peace-related issues. Uplift Initiative partners with local peace organizations, community leaders, and policymakers to facilitate these virtual sessions, ensuring the discussions are tailored to the specific needs and contexts of the target communities.

Youth, Peace building and Positive Peace Initiatives

Uplift Initiative works closely with local authorities, security forces, and youth based community and organizations to develop and implement peace building initiatives that address the root causes of conflicts and promote sustainable peace. These initiatives focus on fostering intercultural dialogue, building trust between different groups, and addressing socioeconomic disparities that can contribute to tensions and violence. Uplift Initiative also supports positive peace initiatives, which aim to create an environment conducive to long-term stability, justice, and human rights. These efforts include advocating for policy reforms, facilitating community-level reconciliation processes, and strengthening the capacity of local institutions to effectively address peace and security challenges.

Hate Speech Awareness and Prevention

Uplift Initiative recognizes the detrimental impact of hate speech and works to raise awareness about its consequences within youth and community groups. The organization conducts training sessions and workshops that educate participants on the definition of hate speech, its legal implications, and the techniques for identifying and responding to such rhetoric. Uplift Initiative also partners with media outlets, social media platforms, and local authorities to develop and disseminate campaigns that promote tolerance, respect, and responsible communication. The organization’s initiatives aim to empower community members to become active bystanders and advocates against the spread of hate speech, contributing to a more inclusive and cohesive society.

Advocacy for UN Sustainable Development Goal 16

Uplift Initiative is committed to supporting the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16, which focuses on promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions. The organization actively advocates for the implementation of policies and programs that align with SDG 16, engaging with policymakers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure the voices of youth and vulnerable groups are represented. Uplift Initiative’s initiatives, such as the conflict resolution workshops, youth peace ambassador program, and hate speech awareness campaigns, directly contribute to the attainment of SDG 16 targets, including the reduction of violence, the promotion of the rule of law, and the strengthening of participatory decision-making. Through its advocacy efforts, Uplift Initiative aims to foster an environment that enables sustainable development, equitable access to justice, and the creation of effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions.

Peaceful and Inclusive Societies

Uplifting Peace and Stability in Ethiopia and the African Continent

Alignment with African Union Agenda 2063

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia recognizes the importance of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and aligns its peace and security programs to contribute to the realization of this transformative continental framework. Specifically, Uplift Initiative focuses on the three key peace and security-related goals of Agenda 2063: Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2030, Preventing Conflicts and addressing their Root Causes, and Promoting Peaceful and Inclusive Societies.

Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2030

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia actively participates in regional and continental initiatives aimed at ending all wars, civil conflicts, gender-based violence, violent conflicts, and preventing genocide in Africa by 2030. The organization collaborates with the African Union’s Peace and Security Council, regional economic communities, and national governments to support the implementation of the Silencing the Guns in Africa by 2030 initiative.

Preventing Conflicts and Addressing Root Cases

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia recognizes that sustainable peace can only be achieved by addressing the underlying root causes of conflicts, such as socioeconomic inequalities, political marginalization, and resource scarcity. The organization’s programs focus on identifying and mitigating these root causes through community-based development initiatives, policy advocacy, and cross-border cooperation.

Promoting Peaceful and Inclusive Societies

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia is committed to fostering peaceful and inclusive societies across the African continent, in line with the Agenda 2063 aspirations. The organization’s initiatives, such as the conflict resolution workshops, youth peace ambassador program, and hate speech awareness campaigns, aim to build social cohesion, promote tolerance, and empower marginalized communities to actively participate in decision-making processes.

Regional and Continental Collaboration

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia actively engages with regional economic communities and the African Union’s Peace and Security Department, the African Governance Architecture, and other pan-African institutions to coordinate cross-border peace and security initiatives, share knowledge, leverage resources, and scale up effective peace building approaches across the continent.

Contact Us

Get in Touch with Uplift Initiative-Ethiopia

We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, want to get involved, or need more information about our programs, feel free to reach out.

Infront of Ednamall , Morning Star mall 6th floor

Phone 1 : +251949388777 Phone 2 : +251900625411 P.O.Box :28890 Email : info@upliftinitiativeethiopia.com

Uplift Initiative Ethiopia's Peace and Security