The Ministry of Family and Solidarity in Burkina Faso recently held a meeting with a delegation from the international solidarity organization, GRET. The meeting, which took place on September 18, 2026, in Ouagadougou, focused on sharing research and knowledge on peace and social cohesion. The discussions included the Swiss Cooperation's Peace and Social Cohesion Program in Burkina Faso, which has been implemented since 2024.
The program aims to produce studies and analyses that will inform the interventions of actors engaged in promoting peace, social cohesion, and community reconstruction. Several Ministry departments, including SP/CONASUR and ST/PPViE, have already been involved in the research. The Minister of Family and Solidarity, Lieutenant Colonel Passowendé Pélagie Kaboré, emphasized the importance of reliable data in supporting the reintegration of displaced populations.
The Minister highlighted the need for accurate information to better support populations returning to their localities, particularly in the context of their reintegration and resettlement. She commended the research for its contribution to adapting responses to the realities faced by these populations. The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with GRET, within the framework of national orientations, to strengthen the relevance of interventions in favor of peace, social cohesion, and community reconstruction.
The GRET organization's research aims to provide a better understanding of the complexities of peace and social cohesion in Burkina Faso. By sharing their findings with the Ministry of Family and Solidarity, GRET hopes to contribute to the development of effective strategies for promoting peace and stability in the country. The Ministry's collaboration with GRET reflects its commitment to evidence-based decision-making and its desire to work with partners to address the country's challenges.
The Peace and Social Cohesion Program implemented by the Swiss Cooperation in Burkina Faso is a significant initiative aimed at promoting peace and stability in the country. The program's focus on producing studies and analyses will help inform the development of effective strategies for promoting peace and social cohesion. The involvement of various Ministry departments and GRET in the research reflects a collaborative approach to addressing the country's challenges.
Lieutenant Colonel Passowendé Pélagie Kaboré, the Minister of Family and Solidarity, has been a strong advocate for the use of reliable data in informing decision-making. Her commitment to evidence-based decision-making is reflected in the Ministry's collaboration with GRET and other partners. The Ministry's focus on supporting populations returning to their localities is critical in the context of Burkina Faso's ongoing challenges.
The collaboration between GRET and the Ministry of Family and Solidarity is a positive step towards promoting peace and social cohesion in Burkina Faso. By working together, the two organizations can contribute to the development of effective strategies for addressing the country's challenges. The research shared by GRET will help inform the Ministry's interventions and ensure that its efforts are targeted and effective.
Key points
- The GRET organization shared its research on peace and social cohesion with Burkina Faso's Ministry of Family and Solidarity.
- The research aims to provide a better understanding of the complexities of peace and social cohesion in Burkina Faso.
- The Ministry of Family and Solidarity reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with GRET to strengthen the relevance of interventions in favor of peace, social cohesion, and community reconstruction.
