The national finalization workshop for the "Feminist Agendas, Peace, and Security" project wrapped up on September 24, 2026, in N'Djamena, Chad. The three-day event brought together feminist organizations from Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Niger, Togo, and Chad. Participants shared their experiences and discussed future actions to promote peace and security. The closing ceremony highlighted the project's achievements and emphasized initiatives led by local women and feminist organizations.
The workshop underscored the importance of sharing experiences and solidarity among sub-regional organizations to consolidate peace. Speakers stressed the need to strengthen ties between feminist organizations and continue initiatives for peace and security. Épiphanie Dionrnang, president of the Chadian League of Women's Rights (LTDF), emphasized the importance of building on local women's experiences. She called for enhanced collaboration and valorization of field-developed initiatives.
Rannenda Gongo, vice-president of LTDF, participated in discussions on the project's achievements, experiences, and prospects in Chad and other involved countries. The project, implemented by a consortium including Equipop, Diakonia Sweden, Gorée Institute, and Fama Action et Développement, aims to strengthen feminist dynamics around peace and security issues in six countries.
Fatim Diallo, project coordinator, highlighted challenges related to development aid financing and the need to raise awareness about the work of women engaged in the field. An intervention by the Union organization retraced the history and implementation of the project in Chad, launched about 18 months ago. The workshop's theme, "Solidary Feminist Agendas for Peace and Security in West Africa and the Sahel," guided the capitalization of experiences and strengthening of ties among participating countries.
The workshop provided a platform for organizations to share their experiences and best practices in promoting peace and security. Participants discussed ways to overcome challenges and enhance collaboration. The event demonstrated the commitment of feminist organizations to peace and security in the region.
The project's impact was evident in the active participation of organizations from six countries. The workshop's outcomes are expected to contribute to the development of effective strategies for peace and security. The project's achievements and challenges were thoroughly examined during the discussions.
The "Feminist Agendas, Peace, and Security" project has made significant strides in promoting peace and security in West Africa and the Sahel. The workshop's conclusions will inform future initiatives and collaborations among feminist organizations in the region. Key stakeholders will build on the project's achievements to foster lasting peace and security.
Key points
- The workshop emphasized the importance of solidarity and collaboration among feminist organizations to promote peace and security in West Africa and the Sahel.
- The project aims to strengthen feminist dynamics around peace and security issues in six countries.
- Challenges related to development aid financing were highlighted, and awareness about the work of women engaged in the field was called for.
