ABG strengthens women’s role in peacebuilding and community mediation
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has reaffirmed its commitment to Pillar Four of the Bougainville Long Term Vision 2052 – Peace, Justice and Security – through a five-day Reflection and Experience Sharing Workshop for women-led civil society organisations, faith-based organisations and non-government organisations.
Secretary for the Department of Bougainville Independence Mission, Ms Stephanie Elijah, said the workshop was aimed at strengthening the capacity of women to play a more active role in peacebuilding, mediation and conflict prevention at the community level.
Ms Elijah said the workshop delivered several key outcomes, including:
- • Training on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) principles, focusing on participation, protection and prevention.
- • The establishment of a pool of trained women mediators to support peacebuilding efforts at community and sub-national levels.
- • The development of practical tools and resources to support ongoing mediation work and peer-to-peer training.
- • Strengthened coordination and collaboration between women-led organisations, ABG institutions and development partners.
“The initiative contributes directly to the ABG's vision of building a peaceful, safe and just Bougainville by 2052, recognising the critical role women play in sustaining peace, promoting social cohesion and advancing justice,” she said.
Secretary Elijah also acknowledged the support of the United Nations in facilitating the workshop and reaffirmed ABG's commitment to empowering women as key partners in Bougainville's peacebuilding and nation-building journey.
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