The Foundation for Development Support Communication, Inc.
We support communities by mobilizing networks that promote communication, collaboration, and compassion for lasting peace and understanding.
Our Peacebuilding Initiatives
Kahayag Foundation fosters peaceful communities by creating networks like Mothers for Peace and Peace Circles, encouraging dialogue and cooperation.
KAHAYAG:
Peacebuilding Through Social Innovations That Work
Supporting communities through compassion, collaboration, and communication.
Peacebuilding Services
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Capacity Building
Capacity building on positive peace is an essential component of creating sustainable and lasting change in communities. By equipping individuals and organizations with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources, we can empower them to contribute to building and maintaining peace in their own environments. This involves fostering a deep understanding of the root causes of conflict, as well as developing strategies for promoting reconciliation, social cohesion, and non-violent conflict resolution. Through capacity building, we can help to strengthen the resilience of communities to withstand and overcome the challenges that threaten peace. By investing in the development of individuals and institutions, we can ultimately contribute to the cultivation of a more peaceful and harmonious society for future generations.
Dialogue Facilitation
Dialogue facilitation for peacebuilding is a crucial aspect of conflict resolution and reconciliation. By bringing together individuals from different sides of a conflict to engage in open and respectful communication, facilitators can help to build understanding and trust. Through guided discussions, participants can explore their grievances, fears, and hopes, and work towards finding common ground and creating a shared vision for the future. Facilitators play a key role in creating a safe and inclusive space for dialogue, ensuring that all voices are heard and respected. By fostering empathy and mutual respect, dialogue facilitation can contribute to breaking down barriers and building bridges between communities, ultimately paving the way for sustainable peace and reconciliation.
Community Initiatives
Empowering communities through peacebuilding and collaborative networks in Mindanao.
Peace Circles
Our Peace Circles foster dialogue and understanding among diverse groups, promoting harmony and reconciliation in Mindanao's vibrant communities through shared experiences and collective action.
Mother for Peace
The Mother for Peace initiative brings together mothers to nurture peace and resilience, creating support systems that empower families and strengthen community bonds across Mindanao.
Peace Gallery
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