Education for Peace - Leaders for Peacebuilding

Mercy Corps

Strengthening Social Foundations for Peaceful Development in Anbar ERD Company's Expertise Empowers Mercy Corps to Foster Peace in Anbar Leveraging the extensive training capabilities and deep understanding of local dynamics, ERD Company played a pivotal role in Mercy Corps' successful implementation of the "Strengthening Social Foundations for Peaceful Development in Anbar" project. ERD Company's Contributions: Expert Training Delivery: ERD Company's experienced trainers conducted comprehensive peace education workshops for teachers, counselors, and CSO staff, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to effectively promote peace within their respective communities.

Tailored Training Programs: ERD Company meticulously designed training programs aligned with the specific needs and contexts of the targeted communities, ensuring that the training content resonated with the participants and addressed the prevalent challenges. Cultural Sensitivity and Understanding: ERD Company's trainers demonstrated exceptional cultural sensitivity and understanding, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment for participants from diverse backgrounds.

Mercy Corps' Accomplishments: Empowered Educators: Trained teachers and counselors successfully integrated peace education principles into their curricula, fostering a more harmonious and inclusive school environment. Strengthened CSO Capacities: Trained CSO staff members became effective peacebuilders within their communities, promoting dialogue, reconciliation, and conflict resolution. Sustainable Peace Promotion: The project laid a strong foundation for sustainable peace promotion in Anbar, empowering local actors to address inter-communal tensions and contribute to lasting peace. Partnership for Peace: The collaboration between Mercy Corps and ERD Company exemplifies the power of partnerships in achieving positive social impact. ERD Company's expertise and training capabilities proved instrumental in Mercy Corps' successful implementation of this critical peacebuilding initiative.