On 30th Sept 2024, SSPRC, with support from UNDP South Sudan, had the honor of hosting a Conflict Early Warning and Early Response forum at their office. The forum brought together our incredible partners, offering an essential platform to exchange updates on the ongoing peacebuilding activities being implemented across the country. It was an opportunity to strengthen our collective efforts, foster learning, and enhance coordination as we work together for a more peaceful future
Peacebuilding Partners during the meeting I Photo-Duku David
Showcasing Peace Committees Across South Sudan
During the forum, SSPRC proudly showcased the establishment and training of peace committees across various regions in South Sudan. These peace committees are key in resolving local disputes, promoting dialogue, and preventing violence before it escalates. We highlighted their locations and shared inspiring examples of their efforts to build peace within their communities.
These committees, supported by UNDP South Sudan, represent the backbone of our grassroots peacebuilding strategy, ensuring that local actors have the tools and knowledge they need to foster stability in their areas.
Established and trained Peace Committees in South Sudan
Mapped Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) and County Peace Response Mechanisms (CPRMs)
In addition to the peace committees, SSPRC presented an overview of our progress in mapping Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) and establishing (CPRMs). These initiatives are essential for expanding the reach of our peacebuilding efforts, empowering community members to take ownership of peace processes, and ensuring that knowledge is passed on to future generations of peacemakers.
The mapping of TOTs and CPRMs reflects our commitment to sustainable, locally led solutions to conflict prevention and resolution.
Esteblished and trained CPRM in South Sudan.
TOTs trained in South Sudan
A Deep Dive into the Conflict Early Warning and Early Response System
One of the highlights of the forum was SSPRC’s detailed presentation of our Conflict Early Warning and Early Response (CEWER) system. This innovative system plays a crucial role in identifying emerging conflicts and sending out alerts in real time, allowing for rapid responses to evolving situations. By using data-driven analysis, the system helps us anticipate conflicts before they occur, providing early interventions that can prevent violence and save lives.
Participants were able to see firsthand how the system works, from generating early alerts to coordinating rapid response efforts on the ground.
Building Strong Partnerships for Peace
The forum was not just about showcasing our achievements—it was a collaborative space where our partners could share their experiences, lessons learned, and challenges in the field of peacebuilding. Among the key attendees were representatives from UNDP, UNMISS, Non-violent Peace Force, FACE, LDO, Cefocss and SSPRC, whose contributions continue to drive impactful peacebuilding initiatives across South Sudan.
We believe that strong partnerships are essential to achieving lasting peace. This forum provided an invaluable opportunity to strengthen these partnerships, ensuring that we are aligned in our goals and coordinated in our actions.
Looking Ahead
As we continue our efforts to promote peace and prevent conflict, SSPRC is committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and leadership in peacebuilding. The Conflict Early Warning and Early Response forum was a reminder of the importance of coming together to share knowledge, pool resources, and support one another as we work towards a more peaceful future for South Sudan.
We are incredibly grateful to our partners for their unwavering support and dedication to the cause of peace. Together, we are making strides toward a future where conflicts are anticipated and addressed before they spiral out of control, and where communities can thrive in an environment of stability and harmony.
