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Peace ,security and Reconciliation

Building Peaceful,
Resilient and Inclusive Communities

At the core of DRDO’s peacebuilding work is a deep understanding of the diverse causes and dynamics of conflict. Resource-based communal conflicts, particularly competition over land, water and pasture among pastoralist communities, remain major obstacles to stability and social cohesion in Somalia. DRDO invests in research, training, dialogue and field support to understand conflict dynamics, strengthen reconciliation processes, and help communities build peaceful and resilient societies.

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Key Programmes & Initiatives

Meygaagle Peace Declaration

USAID/TIS+ — 2019

DRDO led a peacebuilding process along the Burtinle Corridor, culminating in a historic local reconciliation agreement and strengthening peaceful relations among affected communities.

State-Building & Reconciliation Support Programme

UNDP — 2025

DRDO implemented the State-Building and Reconciliation Support Programme (SRSP) across Puntland and Galmudug, supporting inclusive dialogue, reconciliation and community-led peacebuilding.

Resource Conflict Mediation

USAID/TIS+

DRDO was mandated by relevant authorities and USAID/TIS+ to facilitate mediation of inter-community pastoralist water-resource conflicts in Godod, helping communities address competing resource claims through dialogue and negotiated solutions.

Galkayo Peace Plan

USAID/TIS+ — 2017

DRDO implemented a strategic communications and peacebuilding initiative, training 20 journalists from four media stations in conflict-sensitive reporting. The resulting peace dialogues gained wider visibility through a landmark BBC documentary, amplifying local peacebuilding efforts.

Key Focus Areas

Conflict Analysis & Research

Analyzing conflict dynamics and understanding the root causes of community-level conflicts.

Dialogue & Reconciliation

Facilitating inclusive dialogue and reconciliation processes that bring affected communities together.

Resource Conflict Mediation

Supporting communities to resolve disputes over land, water and pasture through dialogue and negotiated solutions.

Community-Led Peacebuilding

Strengthening local leadership and community participation in sustainable peacebuilding initiatives.

Peace & Social Cohesion

Promoting peaceful relationships, trust, resilience and social cohesion among communities.

Women’s participation in peace and reconciliation processes demonstrates their critical role as peace builders, mediators, and bridge-builders in resolving local conflicts and strengthening sustainable reconciliation between communities in Puntland and Galmudug.

Building Peace. Strengthening Communities.

Stronger Communities, Healthier Environment

Sustainable Solutions, Lasting Impact

Resilient Future, For Generations