Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding – Restoring Trust, Rebuilding Futures in Karamoja
For generations, the Karamoja sub-region has faced recurring cycles of conflict—often fueled by competition over scarce resources like water and pasture, cross-border livestock raids, and deep-seated cultural divisions. These disputes not only claim lives but also hinder education, disrupt livelihoods, and trap communities in poverty. KAPDA’s Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding programme is breaking this cycle by bringing communities together to address the root causes of conflict and create pathways to lasting peace.
What We Do
We combine traditional wisdom with modern peacebuilding strategies to create inclusive, community-owned solutions:
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Peace Dialogues & Mediation – Facilitating neutral spaces for conflicting groups to discuss grievances and negotiate lasting agreements.
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Cross-Border Forums – Bridging divides between pastoralist communities in Uganda and Kenya to prevent and resolve resource-based disputes.
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Interest-Based Negotiation Training – Equipping leaders and opinion shapers with skills to find win-win solutions.
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Resource Sharing Agreements – Supporting the development of fair, sustainable plans for grazing, water, and farming land use.
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Gender & Youth Inclusion – Ensuring women and young people have a voice in peace processes.
Our Impact
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Over 30 peace dialogues have reduced tensions and prevented violent clashes in cross-border areas.
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Resource-sharing pacts have enabled pastoralist groups to graze livestock and access water without conflict.
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Increased community trust in traditional and local leadership to mediate disputes.
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Women leaders have emerged as strong advocates for coexistence and climate resilience.
Stories of Change
In Kamion, a series of KAPDA-led peace dialogues brought together the Ik and Dodoth communities, historically divided over grazing land. Leaders jointly developed a rotational grazing plan, preventing violent incidents and promoting cooperation during dry seasons.
In Kotido and Kaabong districts, kraal leaders, women representatives, and youth champions co-signed agreements to respect resource-sharing by-laws, marking a new era of mutual respect and understanding.
Why Peace building Needs You
Peace is the foundation for every other development goal. Without it, education stalls, livelihoods collapse, and hope fades. Your support can help us:
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Organize more cross-border peace dialogues.
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Train community mediators and youth peace champions.
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Develop early warning and rapid response systems.
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Strengthen resource-sharing agreements to withstand climate pressures.
When you invest in peacebuilding, you are not only stopping conflict—you are building the foundation for education, food security, and prosperity.
Partner with Us to Build a Lasting Peace:
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