PEACENET-Trust KENYA

Linked with Tecla Wanjala – Kenja, with The Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA, and with The Coalition for Peace in Africa COPA.

The Peace and Development Network of the NGO Council PeaceNet,

NETWORKING (Homepage): The worth of PEACENET-Trust as a civil society peace building and conflict management network is in the numerical strength of her membership. Today, PEACENET-Kenya members consist of:
• Institutions (NGOs, CBOs, donor agencies, and religious organizations working in the areas of relief, peace building and conflict management, development, human rights and justice)
• Individuals ( peace icons, researchers, consultants, advisors and frontline practitioners)
• Associates

PEACENET-Trust members enjoy all their rights as provided for by the Trust Deed and the Operational Guidelines and elaborated in various policy guidelines adopted from time to time by the Members’ Consultative Forum.

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The Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA

(JICA/in japaneese).

Linked with Tecla Wanjala – Kenja, with PEACENET-Trust KENYA, and with The Coalition for Peace in Africa COPA.

JICA/in english The Japan International Cooperation Agency is advancing its activities around the pillars of a field-oriented approach, human security, and enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, and speed.

JICA’s Mission: We, as a bridge between the people of Japan and developing countries, will advance international cooperation through the sharing of knowledge and experience and will work to build a more peaceful and prosperous world.

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The Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association EWLA

Linked with Meaza Ashenafi – Ethiopia.

EWLA, The Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association, is a non profit and nonpartisan voluntary organization founded by a group of Ethiopian women lawyers in 1995 following the ratification of the constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. An electoral board manages EWLA and full membership is also open to women lawyers. Associate membership is available to non legal women and men professionals, who support the objectives and concerns of EWLA.

Background: The Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (EWLA) is a not-for-profit Women’s advocacy group founded by women lawyers. The association began its work in 1996 after its registration as a civic association by the Ministry of Justice in June 1995.

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Schoolnet Namibia

SchoolNet Namibia is a local hands-on ICT deployment, training and support organization, and the successful provision of innovative computer technologies and internet to over 300 schools since 2000 has led SchoolNet to become a lead organisation in national ICT policy-making in Namibia. SchoolNet Namibia is an exemplary role model for sustainable provision of ICTs across the education sector in Africa.

SchoolNet has pioneered the adoption of appropriate and affordable school computer technologies, the use of free and open source software solutions, creative commons licensed educational content, and (unique in Africa) significantly discounted flat-rate 24/7 (wireless) Internet service provision in partnership with local telecommunication agencies, and solar-powered school computer laboratories. The Namibian government recognises SchoolNet Namibia as a key player in the roll-out of ICTs in education and job creation, toward its National Development Plans for 2000-2010.

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Search for common ground SFCG

Linked with Léonie Barakomeza – Burundi, and with Twishakira amahoro.

SFCG Burundi: In the aftermath of the Rwandan genocide in 1994 and in response to ongoing instability in the Great Lakes Region, Search for Common Ground (SFCG) opened its first office in Africa in 1995 in Burundi’s capital Bujumbura. With satellite offices in Ngozi and Makamba, SFCG in Burundi operates a national programme that uses a variety of mutually enhancing methods targeting multiple sectors of society. Through community peace-building and media work, SFCG in Burundi informs and educates the public about pertinent issues, builds the capacity of journalists and civic leaders, and strengthens the potential for inclusive participation in local communities. SFCG in Burundi consists of the radio-production facility Studio Ijambo, the Community Outreach Team, and the Victims of Torture Project.

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