FACT: There are currently over 120 active armed conflicts worldwide, according to the @icrc.org — with some estimates putting the number closer to 130. It has more than doubled in the past 15 years. Why, despite countless peace talks, dialogues, and reconciliation efforts?@icrclawpolicy.bsky.social
Sustainable peace and development can not be achieved until young people are fully involved. But when they are, the magic happens. Danat is a perfect example. Congrats to
@VisionJeunesse and @interpeace.org for empowering him to lead change in his community.
WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=wPWV...
Overcrowding in Rwanda’s correctional facilities has been steadily decreasing. As of March 2025, it dropped from 134.3% in 2023/2024 to 110% in 2024/2025. By August 31, Rwanda Correctional Service(RCS) reported a further decline to 103.8%, - Rwanda's Commission for Human Rights bit.ly/3IOAAoH
#GBV shatters families and weakens community bonds. Addressing harmful gender norms and fostering safe spaces for survivors to share their experiences are essential. Working together in synergy can make a real difference.
FACT: #MentalHealth receives only 2% of health budgets—unchanged since 2017.
💰 Spending: >$50 per person in high-income countries vs < $1 in low-income ones.
How can we build lasting peace and development while mental well-being remains so underfunded?
#WorldMentalHealthDay
As we observe #WorldMentalHealthDay 2025 humanitarian, peacebuilding, and development actors must recognise that healing minds is essential to healing societies. It’s time to integrate #MHPSS across all stages of emergency aid and recovery. -
@interpeace.org's inspiration👉https://bit.ly/4q55QQK
How can we #AccelerateAction to reach gender equality? On #IWD2025 read about peacebuilding initiatives addressing gender inequality: promoting women’s participation in governance, strengthening women’s civic engagement and supporting women's economic development.
➡️ bit.ly/43i5qxH
