A workshop on investing in peace and community cohesion was inaugurated in Nouakchott, Mauritania, on September 24, 2026, to mark the International Day of Peace. The event, organized in partnership with the Mauritanian government, the United Nations, and its partners, will run for a week and feature activities in Nouakchott, Bascnou, and Rosso. The workshop brings together representatives from local institutions, communities, youth, women, media, and local stakeholders.
The workshop aims to promote a shared vision of peace, social cohesion, and human rights, and to strengthen ties between different components of society. Ahmed Salem Ould Akhtour, Mauritanian Commissioner for Human Rights, Humanitarian Action, and Relations with Civil Society, expressed his pleasure at participating in the event, thanking the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and the UN Peacebuilding Fund for organizing the workshop.
Ould Akhtour emphasized that sustainable peace requires a genuine partnership between the state, civil society, youth, women, and other components of society. He highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships with civil society, supporting dialogue and participation, and enhancing human rights protection mechanisms to prevent tensions and promote trust and solidarity.
The workshop also heard from representatives of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and the UN Resident Coordinator in Mauritania. Djibo Moro Hamadou, representative of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, stressed that building peace is a collective responsibility requiring commitment from public authorities, local communities, civil society, and development partners.
Sadio Amadou Barry, UN Resident Coordinator in Mauritania, called on participants to work together to build a more united, inclusive, and resilient Mauritania. He emphasized that social cohesion, respect for human rights, and development are essential for sustainable peace and stability.
The workshop will feature discussions, debates, and interactive sessions on various themes related to peace, human rights, and development. Participants will have the opportunity to share experiences, best practices, and innovative ideas on promoting social cohesion and preventing conflicts.
The Mauritanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace, human rights, and social cohesion. The workshop is seen as a crucial step towards achieving these goals and promoting sustainable development in the country.
Key points
- The workshop aims to promote social cohesion and human rights in Mauritania.
- The event is organized in partnership with the United Nations and its partners.
- The workshop will run for a week and feature activities in three locations.
