Give And Grow Community Development Organization

GaGCDO is Non profit Org reaching those furthest behind first, to foster hope, inclusion, and social justice, ensuring all people live with dignity and security

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

The Mandera Triangle has long faced instability due to resource conflicts, political marginalization, and climate shocks.
Yesterday, we officially launched our cross-border peace, cooperation, and dialogue initiative in the Mandera Triangle, uniting voices from Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia to reimagine a future built on trust, dialogue, and resilience.
Supported by @das_ifa’s @Zivikfunding with funds from @AuswaertigesAmt @GermanyDiplo @GermanyinKenya our initiative "Promoting Peace in the Borderlands of the Horn of Africa: Strengthening Local Peace Structures and Cross-Border Cooperation" will empowers communities to:
✅ Strengthen traditional peace mechanisms with modern approaches.
✅ Amplify women and youth voices in peacebuilding.
✅ Launch a digital peace network for real-time conflict monitoring.
✅ Develop climate-resilient action plans to reduce resource tensions.

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Building resilient futures starts with building capacity. GAGCDO is honored to have staffs participating in the “Resilient Futures: Young People, the Climate Crisis and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights” Training of Trainers, led by @UNFPA @UNFPAKen in collaboration with Queen Mary University of London.

The Resilient Futures module is the first standalone training designed to link climate change with health, gender, and sexual and reproductive rights. It equips trainers with the knowledge and tools to integrate this content into Comprehensive Sexuality Education and youth participation platforms _ ensuring knowledge translates into action at community level.
@UNFPAKen @UNFPA_ESARO

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Yesterday, we concluded a critical cross-border capacity-building workshop in #ElwakKenya & #ElwakSomalia, bringing together 40 community leaders, elders, youth and women's from both sides

This initiative, led by local experts and elders, revitalized traditional conflict management systems while integrating innovative, youth-inclusive strategies. The goal? To bridge generational divides, strengthen collaboration, and create a shared framework for lasting peace

The changing dynamics of the long-standing conflict demand fresh solutions—and this training is a vital step forward. the urgency for action has never been clearer

With the generous support of @GermanyDiplo @AuswaertigesAmt through @das_ifa 's @Zivikfunding

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

In Mandera Triangle where pasture disputes once fueled violence, a breakthrough: Pastrolist leaders, youth and women's from border zones spent 72 hours negotiating shared solutions. Outcomes include women-inclusive mediation systems, and a 90% reduction in retaliatory attacks foreseen after this dialogue,
Traditional leaders ratified binding grazing agreements. Proof that structured dialogue transforms tensions into systems for peace. #SDG16
'We now have tools, not just truces,' shared one elder.
The project was supported by @das_ifa's @Zivikfunding with funds from @AuswaertigesAmt (Federal Foreign Office).

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

In Mandera Triangle where pasture disputes once fueled violence, a breakthrough: Pastrolist leaders, youth and women's from border zones spent 72 hours negotiating shared solutions. Outcomes include women-inclusive mediation systems, and a 90% reduction in retaliatory attacks foreseen after this dialogue,
Traditional leaders ratified binding grazing agreements. Proof that structured dialogue transforms tensions into systems for peace. #SDG16
'We now have tools, not just truces,' shared one elder.
The project was supported by @das_ifa's @Zivikfunding with funds from @AuswaertigesAmt (Federal Foreign Office).

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Yesterday, we concluded a critical cross-border capacity-building workshop in #ElwakKenya & #ElwakSomalia, bringing together 40 community leaders, elders, youth and women's from both sides

This initiative, led by local experts and elders, revitalized traditional conflict management systems while integrating innovative, youth-inclusive strategies. The goal? To bridge generational divides, strengthen collaboration, and create a shared framework for lasting peace

The changing dynamics of the long-standing conflict demand fresh solutions—and this training is a vital step forward. the urgency for action has never been clearer

With the generous support of @GermanyDiplo @AuswaertigesAmt through @das_ifa 's @Zivikfunding

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

🚨CALL FOR PROPOSALS:
@GiveAndGrowCom1 invites qualified IT firms to design, develop, and deploy a Digital Peace Network Platform to enhance early warning, incident reporting, and peacebuilding efforts.
Together, let's innovate for sustainable peace.
Deadline: 5 May 2025, 5:00PM EAT.
#Peacebuildin #GaGCDOimpact
#ZivikSupport

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

A resilient community is one that draws strength from its cultural wisdom.
Through inclusive training sessions, we are supporting the borderlands communities of the Horn of africa to sustain traditional peace mechanisms and embrace new realities with funding support from @das_ifa ' @Zivikfunding @AuswaertigesAmt
#Peacebuildin #GaGCDOimpact #InclusiveDevelopment

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Today we successfully concluded a vibrant community workshop on strengthening traditional conflict resolution mechanisms in the Mandera Triangle #Rhamu(kenya ) _ #Sade (Ethiopia) corridor. Elders, women, and youth came together to revive and adapt indigenous peacebuilding practices for a stronger, united future. The project is supported by @das_ifa - Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen ’s @Zivikfunding Programme with funds from @AuswaertigesAmt (Federal Foereign Office).
#PeaceBuildin @GermanyinKenya #Mandera #GAGCDOImpact #zivikfunding

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Day 2: while honoring traditions that have held communities together, equipping them for today’s challenges
participants are designing a peace glossary in Somali, Oromo, and Swahili, standardizing conflict resolution terms across borders to foster understanding
#ziviksupport #gagcdoimpact
#peacebuildin @das_ifa @AuswaertigesAmt @GermanyinKenya @GermanyDiplo @GermanyinKenya

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

....2/3 Our first workshop brought together elders, youth, women, and leaders from across borders to revive traditional conflict resolution systems.
"Our ancestors resolved conflicts with wisdom—today, we blend tradition with innovation." — Ibrahim, youth leader
The sacred ‘shir’ tradition was discussed and demonstrated by elders, showcasing how generations resolved disputes under usual acacia tree. Now, we aim to digitize this wisdom for modern peacekeeping.
@das_ifa @GermanyinKenya @AuswaertigesAmt @EUAmbKenya

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

The Mandera Triangle has long faced instability due to resource conflicts, political marginalization, and climate shocks.
Yesterday, we officially launched our cross-border peace, cooperation, and dialogue initiative in the Mandera Triangle, uniting voices from Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia to reimagine a future built on trust, dialogue, and resilience.
Supported by @das_ifa’s @Zivikfunding with funds from @AuswaertigesAmt @GermanyDiplo @GermanyinKenya our initiative "Promoting Peace in the Borderlands of the Horn of Africa: Strengthening Local Peace Structures and Cross-Border Cooperation" will empowers communities to:
✅ Strengthen traditional peace mechanisms with modern approaches.
✅ Amplify women and youth voices in peacebuilding.
✅ Launch a digital peace network for real-time conflict monitoring.
✅ Develop climate-resilient action plans to reduce resource tensions.

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Thank you @TheFiveFound , for amplifying our mission to empower girls and young women in Northern Kenya and Somalia

your partnership strengthens our efforts to reach furthestbehind first, We look forward to deepening our collaboration

https://t.co/ZJnaLw1cfn

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

#30 years since Beijing declaration, yet millions of girls and women's still faces inequality.

This #IWD25 we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to women's right, justice and gender equality, together we can build a feminist future where no one is left behind
#gagcdoimpact

[NDMA Kenya @NDMA_Kenya]

An assessment of the impact of 2024 Short Rains season on Food and Nutrition Security shows that 2.15 million people in ASAL counties urgently need humanitarian assistance, up from 1 million recorded in July 2024. Most affected are Turkana, Mandera, Garissa, Wajir, and Marsabit.

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

We’re live! Excited to launch the official website of @GiveAndGrowCom1 . Explore our work, impact, and partnerships driving change across drylands region of Northern Kenya. Visit: https://t.co/CDFb1Qencf #GAGCDOImpact

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

Justice for Sahara Rahoy Abdi! GaGCDO strongly condemns the brutal defilement and murder of 15-year-old Sahara in Mandera North. We commend law enforcement for apprehending the perpetrators & urge the judiciary to ensure justice is served. #JusticeForSahara @Freedom_Fund

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

2/2..At GaGCDO, we work with communities, youth, and religious leaders to educate, empower, and advocate for the abandonment of FGM/C. Ending this harmful practice requires collective action—together, we can create a future where every girl is free to reach her full potential!

[Give And Grow Community Development Organization @GiveAndGrowCom1]

1/2..Today, we reaffirm our commitment to ending Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) and protecting the rights of girls and women. FGM/C is a violation of human rights, impacting health, dignity, and futures.
@UNFPAKen @girlsalliance