Rape In War: Motives of Militia in DRC
The launch and discussion of the new USIP Special Report "Rape in War: Motives of Militia in DRC" by Jocelyn Kelly.
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The launch and discussion of the new USIP Special Report "Rape in War: Motives of Militia in DRC" by Jocelyn Kelly.
Reducing violence and conflict triggers in the DRC requires an effective and lasting solution to the problem of displacement. UNHCR has programs to register displaced persons, provide legal and protection assistance, in addition to assisting refugee and IDPs with basic needs such as shelther and non-food items. Measuring and evaluating the impact of these interventions is critical, particularly in view of the worrying trends in areas like SGBV. In light of these challenges, panelists at th...
Panelists at this workshop discussed Congolese perspectives and recommendations to improve economic and political policies in the Congo with members of U.S. agencies, development organizations, think tanks, non-profits and other stakeholders.
This workshop aimed to inform members of the Democratic Republic of Congo diaspora and other stakeholders of ongoing development assistance programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), provide a forum for a frank exchange of ideas and identify avenues for more effective diaspora involvement in peacebuilding.
Public event sponsored by the Center for Sustainable Economies of the United States Institute of Peace