West Africa's challenges, innovative solutions, and unique perspectives take centre stage as #GPPAC2024Tokyo continues.
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Les défis, les solutions innovantes et les perspectives uniques de l'Afrique de l'Ouest occupent une place centrale alors que le #GPPAC2024Tokyo se poursuit.

At #gppac2024tokyo , we weave together our knowledge for joint peacebuilding
impact.
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Au #gppac2024tokyo , nous unissons nos connaissances pour une consolidation conjointe de la paix
impact.

A message for peace from #OPT is a parent's dream for #humansecurity : 'my children (daughters) have lived through displacement twice - 2021 & our new home was destroyed in 2023. Many will die because of the consequences of war' - #CeasefireNow #WomenforPeace #GPPAC2024Tokyo

'GPPAC Peacebuilders believes we can prevent conflict. Every UN member state must cooperate for prevention. Our network enables civil society to work with their governments for prevention. Enough is enough' - Board Chair Yoshioka sets the stage for parliamentary dialogue #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Conflicts won't end with weapons, including nuclear weapons. Weapons will not prevent conflicts. One of the reasons why GPPAC Peacebuilders comes together to work for prevention - Board Chair, Yoshika speaking to guests & allies #GPPAC2024Tokyo

As the regional secretariat of GPPAC Peacebuilders, we had the opportunity to brief members of the Japanese Parliament and civil society in #Tokyo on the peace and security dynamics in West Africa and call for all possible support towards addressing the existing challenges. #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Parliamentarian くしぶち万里 れいわ新選組衆議院議員（東京14区・墨田、江戸川 of れいわ新選組 speaks on the challenging Northeast Asia context and the need for a foreign policy based on peace and dialogue, to overcome divisions and reduce increasing risks of militarism and nuclear threats #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Day 1 of the International Steering Group Meeting of @gppac

Looking forward to sharing our regional experiences and kick starting a vibrant loop of learning, exchange and co- creation with other members of GPPAC Peacebuilders.

#GPPAC2024Tokyo

We are in Tokyo, #Japan for the International Steering Group meeting of @gppac.

Excited about the #peacebuilding potentials that will unfold. Together, we can shape a future where our shared goal for Peace becomes reality.

#GPPAC2024Tokyo

As the regional representative of GPPAC West Africa, I had the opportunity to brief members of the Japanese Parliament and civil society in #Tokyo on the peace and security dynamics in West Africa and call for all possible support towards addressing our challenges. #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Last week, we paid a courtesy visit to Peace Boat（NGOピースボート） in #Japan to learn about their work during the recently held ISG meeting of GPPAC Peacebuilders.

Peace Boat is an international organisation working to promote peace, human rights & sustainability through its global voyages.
#GPPAC2024Tokyo

Japanese experts Osa Yukie 長有紀枝（Yukie OSA) of AAR Japan［難民を助ける会］ and Imai Takaaki of 日本国際ボランティアセンター(JVC) speak on the experience of Japanese civil society in supporting non-military methods of international cooperation for peacebuilding and prevention, including refugee assistance #GPPAC2024Tokyo

In policy roundtable with GPPAC Peacebuilders members, Megumi Ishizuka, Director of MOFA of Japan International Peace and Security Cooperation Division, introduces Japan’s approach to #peacebuilding including emphasis on the importance of #WomenPeaceSecurity #GPPAC2024Tokyo

.Partners Global's own Luis and Analucía getting ready with GPPAC Peacebuilders for a policy discussion on global peacebuilding with Japanese parliamentarians, government representatives, and other NGOs. #GPPAC2024Tokyo

We at Partners Global are thrilled to participate with fellow @GPPACmembers from around the world to discuss and exchange ideas to build peace. #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Last week, I took part in a courtesy visit to Peace Boat（NGOピースボート） in #Japan to learn about their work during the recently held ISG meeting of GPPAC Peacebuilders.

Peace Boat is an international NGO working to promote peace, human rights and sustainability through its global voyages. #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Tokyo, here we are. I'm pleased to be in Japan this week for the International Steering Group Meeting of GPPAC Peacebuilders. Looking forward to sharing GPPAC West Africa experiences, peacebuilding priorities, and best practices with other GPPAC members.

#GPPAC2024Tokyo
#BuildingPeaceTogether

From community dialogues in #Niger , to electoral reform advocacy in #Senegal , and trust-building btw defence and security forces in #Mali - Rafiu Adeniran Lawal of GPPAC West Africa shares good practices of strengthening #HumanSecurity in the region.

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Peace and security in #WestAfrica needs a proactive approach to tackle #socioeconomic challenges driving #poverty and #unemployment . This includes prioritising support for women and youth in rural and urban areas.

Rafiu Adeniran Lawal of GPPAC West Africa at #GPPAC2024Tokyo

Welcome to Tokyo, GPPAC Peacebuilders! Peace Boat is proud to be hosting a very special meeting #GPPAC2024Tokyo ! Close to 50 peacebuilders from Japan and 24 countries are in Tokyo together for 5 days of valuable learning, networking, and collaborative discussions.
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