InternationalAlert 347d ago

Localisation: how can this hot topic be turned into practical action? Both international donors and #peacebuilding organisations strive for sustainable positive impact in communities we support. #Localisation is widely seen as a key to success, yet progress remains slow. What stands in the way? Our new research from Kenya, Lebanon, Rwanda, and Syria provides practical solutions by examining the real experiences of peacebuilders on the ground. Find out more: https://www.international-alert.org/publications/research-localisation-peacebuilding/ The research was funded by the Swedish Postcode Lottery Foundation. More about the project: https://www.international-alert.org/blogs/localisation2024/ _______________________________________ On 3 December 2024, we conducted a webinar where we presented our key findings and recommendations. Questions we discussed : - What determines the success of localisation work in different contexts – especially in fragile and conflict-affected settings? - How do we move from hot topic to meaningful change and develop initiatives that shift the power dynamics from international to local level? - Why conflict sensitivity needs to be at the core of this process? - What are the key recommendations for ensuring locally-led peacebuilding is impactful, inclusive and truly responsive to local needs and priorities? Our panelists: - Alys Brown, co-author of the global report - Miriam Muturi, Kenya research lead - Layal Assaad, Country Director, International Alert Lebanon - Pacifique Barihuta, Rwanda research lead - Abir Haj Ibrahim, Head of @MobaderoonSyria, our partner for Syria research - Nic Hailey, Executive Director, International Alert Our Country Director for Rwanda and Burundi Ariane Inkesha moderated this discussion. Timestamps: 00:00 - 02:40 - Introduction 02:41 - 10:19 - About the project and research process, key learnings from the global report 10:20 - 58:00 - Panel discussion on research findings in Kenya, Lebanon, Rwanda and Syria 58:01 - 1:10:00 - Q&A with the audience 1:10:48 - 1:13:00 - Closing remarks from Nic Hailey, Executive Director, International Alert __________________________________________ Want to be the first to know about our latest reports, campaigns and webinars? Then subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.international-alert.org/updates/#form #peacebuilding #conflictresolution #lebanon #rwanda #kenya #syria #localisation #InternationalAlert #research #peace #reconciliation