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The Ministry of Women and Family, in collaboration with USAID, has organized a National Conference on Women's Participation in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution. This significant event, held on June 20, 2024, in Djibouti City, brought together government officials, civil society leaders, and international partners to discuss progress and innovative approaches in peacebuilding. Three key panels covered the National Action Plan, innovative peace initiatives by women, and youth contributions to sustaining peace. Following the conference, a series of training workshops will take place in Djibouti's interior regions, empowering local women leaders with skills in conflict dynamics, women's rights advocacy, and community engagement. #WomenPeaceSecurity #Empowerment #Djibouti #USAID #Peacebuilding

Enhancing Support for Victims of Violence in Djibouti In the regions of Djibouti, women who were victims of violence did not have access to local support mechanisms. In addition to the pain they endured, they had to bear the costs of traveling to the capital to receive assistance. In some cases, particularly with sexual violence, the diagnosis became less reliable due to the time elapsed before receiving care. In collaboration with the USAID project, the National Union of Djiboutian Women (UNFD) initiated the process of re-operationalizing regional offices for victim support. The project first equipped these offices and recruited focal points in each region. To adequately prepare them, the UNFD, in partnership with the project, organized a training session on the mechanism for victim support for the staff of the CEIO in Djibouti and the local offices. Hasna, one of the participants, admitted that she was unaware of the existence of a multisectoral mechanism for victim support, which will greatly facilitate her assistance to victims. Meanwhile, the trainer, Mrs. Saharla Hassan, stated that the training helped identify, strengthen, and assess the future needs of the CEIO staff and local offices in the context of victim support. #Djibouti #VictimSupport #USAID #UNFD

The Ministry of Women and Family organizes a National Conference on Women’s Participation in Peacebuilding in Djibouti in collaboration with USAID Djibouti, June 20, 2024 - The Ministry of Women and Family, in partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), organized a national conference on the role of Djiboutian women in the promotion and consolidation of peace. This event is part of the implementation of the National Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security adopted by Djibouti in 2017, making Djibouti the first IGAD member state to transpose the regional action plan to the national level. The National Conference, held in Djibouti City, brought together representatives from various sectors, including government officials, civil society leaders, and international partners. It revolved around four main panels: “National Action Plan: Achievements and Challenges,” which highlighted the progress made and challenges faced; “Women’s Leadership, From Yesterday to Today,” illustrated by the sharing of personal experiences of Djiboutian women leaders; the panel “Innovative Approaches to Peacebuilding,” which explored innovative initiatives by women to promote peace; and finally, the panel “Youth Contributions to Sustaining Peace,” which engaged young people in exploring their role in sustaining peace and promoting a culture of peace. In the coming days, the Ministry of Women and Family will conduct awareness and training workshops in the interior regions, aimed at strengthening the capacities of local women leaders. These workshops will address several key themes, including awareness of early warning mechanisms, community engagement, and peacebuilding practices, among others. These sessions will increase awareness of the causes of conflicts, enhance the communication and advocacy skills of participants, and promote local peacebuilding initiatives. Madame Mouna Aden, Minister of Women and Family, stated that this initiative reflects the Ministry’s commitment to promoting the inclusion of women in peace processes and strengthening their role in conflict prevention and resolution. She emphasized that with the support of their partners, particularly USAID, the Ministry continues to make progress towards sustainable results and enhanced equality for Djiboutian women. USAID also welcomed this collaboration, highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment for long-term stability and prosperity. 

USAID Partners with AFEPE to Enhance Marine Protection in Djibouti Djibouti has made significant strides in ocean protection, particularly through the establishment of marine protected areas (MPAs). One notable initiative is the creation of the Djibouti Marine Reserve, encompassing regions such as Ghoubbet al-Kharab and the Seven Brothers Islands. Building on this momentum, USAID collaborates with the Association des Femmes Engagées pour la Protection de l'Environnement (AFEPE) to develop an MPA in Tadjourah. This project aims to preserve the rich biodiversity of Tadjourah's coastal and marine ecosystems, which include coral reefs and seagrass beds. Recently, AFEPE has been actively working on conservation efforts to protect endangered species and habitats, promote sustainable fishing practices, and enhance local community involvement in marine conservation. #Oceanday #CivilSociety #USAID #Djibouti 

TRANSFORMING LOCAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE ALI-SABIEH REGION WITH THE YOUTH ASSOCIATION OF CHÂTEAU D'EAU D'ALI SABIEH (CSO) The USAID-funded Support Project for Civil Society Engagement, implemented by The Kaizen Company, has significantly transformed the Youth Association of Château d'Eau d'Ali Sabieh (AJCD). Previously lacking a strategic vision, AJCD now operates with a realistic five-year plan and a robust organizational structure, thanks to extensive trainings. This has enhanced task delegation, decision-making, and project evaluation. Consequently, AJCD has secured USD 120,000 for local projects, including sports field redevelopment and educational infrastructure improvements. AJCD has established itself as a key partner for local project execution and is poised to handle more complex initiatives. As Souleiman, the association's president, stated, "We are more ready than ever to collaborate with other regions to support the community." #Youth #locally-led

Ministry of Women and Family, with USAID, boosts child protection in Djibouti. The Ministry of Women and Family, in collaboration with the USAID project to Support Civil Society Engagements in the Local Development Process, launched a series of awareness and training sessions this morning in the Arta region. These sessions aim to revitalize the child protection mini platforms across Djibouti's interior regions. This initiative seeks to strengthen institutional capacities, improve coordination and intervention effectiveness, and ensure better care for child victims of violence. By bringing together local actors such as authorities, decentralized services, security forces, health services, and civil society organizations, the partners are committed to ensuring that every child in Djibouti can live in a safe and protective environment. #ChildProtection #MinistryOfWomenAndFamily #USAID #CommunityEngagement #Djibouti #ChildRights #Safety

The Ministry of Women and Family, in collaboration with USAID Project for Civil Society Engagement, organized a training session on capacity building and gender planning for gender focal points and regional gender offices from June 4 to 6, 2024. The workshop was chaired by Ms. Anissa Hassan Bahdon, Secretary General of the Ministry of Women and Family, and brought together ministry officials as well as gender focal points and social workers from regional gender offices. The training aimed to: • Strengthen basic knowledge of gender-specific methodologies. • Improve the capacity for gender analysis and planning among the beneficiary officials. • Enable officials to integrate the concept of gender into the development of gender-sensitive projects and sectoral policies. • Develop tools for analysis and advocacy to promote gender equality. • Help participants establish a link between gender theory and development to integrate it into their daily work, especially in the field. In his speech, Mr. Ousmane Barry, Chief of Party of the USAID civil society engagement project, thanked the Ministry of Women and Family for their collaboration since the project's inception. He emphasized that the gender component is a crucial pillar of this project, and that the ministry's support greatly facilitates their work. Ms. Anissa Hassan Bahdon first congratulated the officials from the various institutions for their continuous efforts in advancing gender issues and encouraged the participants to make the most of this training to strengthen the integration of the gender dimension into their daily tasks. 

Water Container Distribution in Das'Biyo Ali-Sabieh APTDSD CSO in Das'Biyo, Ali-Sabieh, is one of nine organizations tackling water issues with USAID funding. Together, these groups aim to support 720 families in Dikhil and Ali Sabieh by the conclusion of their activities. Yesterday marked a major milestone for APTDSD CSO in Das'Biyo with the distribution of water containers. Over the past three months, the organization has been educating the community on water management and hygiene practices. In a significant event, 60 families enrolled in the program received essential water containers and pipes. Kadra Guedi, the women's representative in Das'Biyo, expressed her relief and gratitude, noting that these supplies arrived just in time to alleviate the stress of the scorching summer heat. This initiative not only showcases the power of community-driven action but also represents a crucial step toward improving the quality of life for these families. #Watermanagement #LocalCommunities #CivilSociety #USAID #Djibouti 

USAID supports a high-level workshop on the objectives of the Global Compact for Migration and Djibouti's national migration strategy. Djibouti, May 6, 2024 – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) supported a pivotal workshop organized by the International Organization for Migration (IOM - UN Migration), in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the National Coordination Bureau for Migration (BCNM), aimed at discussing the objectives of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) and the budgeted roadmap for Djibouti's national migration strategy. This workshop, held at the Palais du Peuple in Djibouti, brought together a diverse range of stakeholders, including government representatives, civil society actors, international organizations, and local experts. The primary goal was to enhance understanding of the GCM and present concrete plans for implementing the national migration strategy, considering the unique challenges and opportunities posed by migration in the Horn of Africa region. In his opening remarks, Djibouti's Minister of Interior, Mr. Said Nouh Hassan, emphasized the critical importance of engaging all stakeholders to ensure effective and sustainable actions in response to current migration challenges. Similarly, Mr. José Barahona, Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in Djibouti, highlighted regional geopolitical issues that require thoughtful consideration on how to make migration beneficial for all involved parties. Recommendations arising from this workshop include the need to mobilize additional financial resources, enhance collaboration with migrants' countries of origin, strengthen data collection to assess real impacts, and ensure dignified living conditions and adequate healthcare services for migrants. This event marks the inception of a series of sessions that will occur in the five regions within Djibouti impacted by migration, in partnership with IOM, local authorities, and civil society, supported by USAID's project to foster civil society engagement in the local development process. #migration

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