When religious and ethnic differences create tensions, bold steps are needed to promote peaceful societies. With the four-year FoRB III program, which concluded at the end of 2023, we embraced this challenge. In Northern Cameroon and on the Philippine island of Mindanao, bridges were built between communities, with dialogue and mutual understanding at the heart of the fightfor sustainable peace and religious freedom.The Freedom of Religion and Belief (FoRB) III project was a four-year initiative funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focused on promoting religious freedom and countering extremism in Northern Cameroon and Mindanao, Philippines. In both regions,...
The inspiring journey of a woman who overcame prejudice and is now working for peace in Mindanao. The Philippine island of Mindanao is a place where beauty and violence exist side by side. READ ARTICLE >
In the northern region of Cameroon, the religious landscape is shifting rapidly. The rise of strict Christian and Islamic movements has only deepened the tensions between religious groups. Combined with ongoing ethnic conflicts READ ARTICLE >
The island of Mindanao in the Philippines has been a hotspot of conflicts between Christian migrants, the Moro people, and Indigenous communities for decades. These conflicts have left deep scars, causing significant division READ ARTICLE >
An interview about youth participation in peacebuilding In today’s rapidly evolving world, the voices and ideas of young people are more important than ever. To create a peaceful and inclusive society, it is READ ARTICLE >
In a world increasingly divided by conflict and mistrust, hope often comes from seamingly unexpected places. Recently, in the heart of New York City, during the 2024 United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF), READ ARTICLE >
African Union to collaborate with female religious Leaders From June 10 to 15, the first edition of the Women of Faith Conference took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This groundbreaking event brought together READ ARTICLE >
In a groundbreaking initiative to promote gender equality and freedom of religion and belief across Africa, Mensen met een Missie, the African Council of Religious Leaders, and the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya are READ ARTICLE >
Mensen met een Missie is dedicated to fostering peace and understanding through its innovative program, the Interfaith Experience (IFE). This transformative initiative is designed to break down barriers between different religious groups and READ ARTICLE >
Bridging Divides through Interreligious Peace Committees In Northern Cameroon, the armed conflict involving Boko Haram and the resulting intercommunity tensions have deeply scarred the region, necessitating innovative approaches to peacebuilding. This case study READ ARTICLE >
