ABOUT THE FORUM
Welcome to KGS Peace Week
The KGS Peace Institute, based in Baidoa, Southwest State of Somalia, operates in close collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, Local Government, and Reconciliation (Southwest State). It is an independent, non-partisan institute dedicated to advancing peace, dialogue, and good governance through locally-led initiatives.
Our work focuses on violence prevention, peace promotion, and conflict transformation, with a strong emphasis on community-owned and culturally adapted approaches. While rooted in Southwest Somalia, the Institute’s reach and relevance extend to wider Somali contexts.
Our Mission
To promote inclusive peace, conciliation, and accountable governance in Southwest State and beyond by linking local experiences to national and international platforms of dialogue, learning, and policy engagement.
Thematic Priorities
Peace Education & Climate Action
Connects education and climate justice with peacebuilding via workshops, school initiatives, and a Peace & Climate Summit to foster eco-awareness and youth leadership
Governance and Development
Brings together stakeholders to discuss reforms, service delivery, and citizen engagement—emphasizing decentralization and accountable governance for lasting peace
Dialogue & Mediation
Facilitates inter-community conversations and mediation sessions with elders, women, and youth to promote reconciliation and build conflict resolution skills
Sports for Peace
Uses friendly competitions to promote unity, tolerance, and youth engagement across districts, fostering social cohesion through athletics
Business Exhibition
A platform for local businesses, artisans, and start-ups to network, market, and demonstrate how commerce supports peace and prosperity
Peace Insider Mediation Team
Offers spiritual grounding through guided meditations and silent reflection, ensuring inner peace complements public dialogue
Events
Partner Organisations
Registrations
Session attendance
Partnership Opportunities
We welcome collaboration with local, national, and international partners to:
• Contribute expertise, training, or speakers to Peace Week activities.
• Support the co-design of event management skills and governance-focused research.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange between Somali practitioners and international experts
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