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Persistent conflict and humanitarian crisis
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, persistent conflicts in the provinces of South Kivu, North Kivu, Ituri and Tanganyika maintain chronic insecurity, economic instability and gender-based violence. The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate alarmingly: more than 7 million people are internally displaced, and human rights violations, particularly sexual violence, are widespread.
In this context, Congo Handicap, with support from the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF), is conducting an ambitious project to strengthen the participation of all in peace processes. The project falls within the framework of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1325, 1820, and 2475, as well as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), which promote the full and equal participation of women in peace processes.

Double vulnerability for women with disabilities
Since the beginning of the crisis in March 2024, more than 5,900 people have been injured or amputated. People with disabilities are particularly exposed during armed conflicts, finding themselves more likely to be victims of violence or unable to flee. Women and girls with disabilities therefore face double discrimination based on gender and disability, and increased risk in conflict situations. They are also largely excluded from civic life and decision-making, particularly during wartime.

Training Women Mediators for Sustainable Change
Capacity-building workshops have been organized in Bukavu, Idjwi, Walungu, Kalehe, Beni, Ituri, and Kalemie, bringing together women from civil society organizations, including organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs).
The objective is to train women mediators in conflict prevention, negotiation and leadership techniques, while equipping them to identify legal, political and social barriers to their inclusion in dialogue and decision-making spaces.

Engaged media for inclusive peace
Simultaneously, from April 10-12, 2025, more than 80 journalists participated in simultaneous training sessions across the project regions. The goal was to strengthen their ability to relay inclusive messages sensitive to the rights of women with disabilities and to promote their visibility in peace negotiations.
"Media can carry women's voices up to 1,000 kilometers. That's why we've invited all media to give space to people with disabilities," explained Zos Amisi, a representative of Congo Handicap.
"By training journalists, we believe the message of the resolutions will be effectively disseminated. Every citizen must feel concerned about peace," added Benjamin Shukuru, program manager in Kalemie.
A Network of Media Thirsty for 91制片厂 (RMSP) was created to coordinate these commitments and ensure the sustainability of inclusive information.

For lasting and equitable peace
This project illustrates the concrete commitment of Congo Handicap and its partners to make the principles of UN resolutions a reality on the ground. It aims to ensure that all women, including the most marginalized, can actively contribute to building lasting peace in the DRC.
"Inclusion should not be just a slogan, but a reality on the ground," testified a participant from Bukavu.