A Glimpse into What’s Missing: Children’s Voices from the “Prospero ” Programme (Kosovo)

As part of the “Prospero” Programme, the Community Development Fund launched a series of creative, interactive extracurricular activities aimed at children aged 10–14 from underserved communities.

Restoring Family Bonds and Preventing Vulnerability (Tunisia)

Murad, a 15-year-old boy from rural Siliana, Tunisia, grew up amid loss and hardship.

The Power of Digital Peace Messaging (Somalia)

Mahamed, 21 years old, had always been active on social media, using his platforms to share music clips and sports content.

From Fear to Security: How Community Policing Transformed Dutsinma (Nigeria)

For years, Dutsinma Local Government Area in Katsina State, Nigeria was plagued by banditry. Residents lived in constant fear, unable to sleep at night, as violent extremist groups launched repeated

The story of Yusuf, A Former Boko Haram fighter (Niger)

Yusuf, a 22-year-old individual from the commune of Bosso in Niger became a Boko Haram fighter at a very young age and lived with the group for over 10 years.

From Uncertainty to Opportunity: Mariam’s Path to Self-Reliance (Mauritania)

Mariam, 25, lives in the village of Diogountourou, in the Khabou department, Mauritania.

New Beginnings After Conflict: A Returnee Mother Rebuilds Her Family’s Future (Kyrgyzstan)

In November 2024, a 47-year-old Kyrgyz woman was repatriated from Syria after spending seven harrowing years in a conflict zone, including time in detention.

Tullu Roba: Restoring Security Through Dialogue and Collective Action (Kenya)

Before November 2024, the village of Tullu Roba in East Division, Wabera Ward (Kenya), was facing a worrying decline in security and community cohesion.

Voices of Hope: Majina’s Role in Healing Divides (Sri Lanka)

Majina, a 31-year-old woman from a small village in Ampara District, grew up in a predominantly Muslim community with limited exposure to people from other ethnic or religious backgrounds.

From Vulnerability to Resilience: Abdelkader’s Journey Towards Peace (Chad)

At just 24 years old, Abdelkader was on the brink of being recruited by informal groups promoting violent extremist ideologies.