The projects will focus on the Mid- and Far-Western regions of Nepal and address the root causes of conflict by bringing together representatives of conflicting groups to seek solutions in a safe space, according to a press statement issued by USAID-Nepal.
"These projects are designed to support conflict management and mitigation while encouraging local-level peace and reconciliation: the path to building a democratic, resilient, and prosperous Nepal," the statement quoted Sheila Lutjens, acting director of USAID Nepal, as saying. These two new projects will complement USAID´s governance, health, agriculture, environment, and education activities in the Mid- and Far-West.
Implemented by Saferworld, Community Initiatives for Common Understanding is a three-year, $1.14 million project to foster understanding and cooperation between conflicting groups in 15 VDCs in Kailali, Bardiya, Surkhet, Banke, and Sunsari districts. "In partnership with two local organizations, Child Workers in Nepal and Informal Sector Service Centre, the project will engage 9,000 at-risk and conflict-affected youth, including ex-combatants, and their communities," the statement said. The project will break down barriers to peaceful dialogue, and promote collaboration on community development activities.
The Inclusive Resource Management Initiative is a two-year, $1.16 million project to enhance stability through natural resource conflict resolution and inclusive natural resource management in 20 VDCs of Kailali, Bardiya, Banke, and Dang districts. Mercy Corps will implement the project through two local partners, Backward Society Education and Shakarmi Samaj.
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