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From Participant to Peace Actor: Safia’s Role in Calming Community Tensions in Somalia

From Participant to Peace Actor: Safia’s Role in Calming Community Tensions in Somalia

From Participant to Peace Actor: Safia’s Role in Calming Community Tensions in Somalia

Stories of Change July 9, 2026
In Somalia, a GCERF-supported dialogue and mediation programme is turning participants into community peacebuilders. Read Safia's story.
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Women Advancing Peaceful Change in Lake Chad Region

Women Advancing Peaceful Change in Lake Chad Region

Women Advancing Peaceful Change in Lake Chad Region

Stories of Change July 9, 2026
By strengthening women’s voices and trust in local institutions, the programme reduced vulnerabilities linked to grievance and exclusion, contributing to the prevention of violent extremism and reinforcing community resilience.
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Restoring Trust in Community-led Peacebuilding in Ghana

Restoring Trust in Community-led Peacebuilding in Ghana

Restoring Trust in Community-led Peacebuilding in Ghana

Stories of Change July 9, 2026
The Fulbe community in Bussie, Ghana was long excluded from local decision-making. Through GCERF-supported dialogues, their chief became a recognised partner in peace.
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Rebuilding a Future: A Child’s New Beginning in Aden

Rebuilding a Future: A Child’s New Beginning in Aden

Rebuilding a Future: A Child’s New Beginning in Aden

Stories of Change July 9, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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Ardi’s Journey: from Disconnection to Youth Leadership

Ardi’s Journey: from Disconnection to Youth Leadership

Ardi’s Journey: from Disconnection to Youth Leadership

Stories of Change July 8, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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From Surrender to School: Sourbadjo’s Story

From Surrender to School: Sourbadjo’s Story

From Surrender to School: Sourbadjo’s Story

Stories of Change July 8, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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A Child’s Path to Recovery: Aran’s Story

A Child’s Path to Recovery: Aran’s Story

A Child’s Path to Recovery: Aran’s Story

Stories of Change July 8, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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Bridging Narratives: A Story of Cultural Pride and Understanding

Bridging Narratives: A Story of Cultural Pride and Understanding

Bridging Narratives: A Story of Cultural Pride and Understanding

Stories of Change July 8, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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From Loss to Livelihood: Sergio’s Story of Recovery and Opportunity

From Loss to Livelihood: Sergio’s Story of Recovery and Opportunity

From Loss to Livelihood: Sergio’s Story of Recovery and Opportunity

Stories of Change July 7, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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Kyrgyz Children’s Story: When Healing Looks Like a Drawing

Kyrgyz Children’s Story: When Healing Looks Like a Drawing

Kyrgyz Children’s Story: When Healing Looks Like a Drawing

Stories of Change July 7, 2026
In 2023, GCERF launched the PAISRSIP project in Niger to support the demobilisation and reintegration of former members of non-state armed groups and their families.
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