Democratic governance and sustaining peace | United Nations Development Programme

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Democratic Governance and Sustaining Peace

Projects

National Dialogue

UNDP is supporting the National Dialogue Commission which is mandated to facilitate an effective national dialogue process.

Peace Support Facility

The Peace Support Facility is a time-bound, localised, integrated, civilian stabilisation programme delivered at scale and with speed in order to build trust between communities and legitimate authorities, and lay the foundations for recovery, peacebuilding, and development programmes.

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National Dialogue

The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) is supported through funds managed through a UNDP multi-partner programme. The ENDC is a nationally-owned initiative established by the House of People’s Representatives 2022 with a three-year mandate to lead an independent, inclusive, and transparent national dialogue in Ethiopia.

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Peace Support

The Peace Support Facility is a time-bound, localised, integrated, civilian stabilisation programme delivered at scale and with speed in order to build trust between communities and legitimate authorities, and lay the foundations for recovery, peacebuilding, and development programmes.

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DDR

The National Rehabilitation Commission has initiated the demobilization and rehabilitation of 75,000 ex-combatants from the Tigray Region, marking a significant step in Ethiopia’s peace process.

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Durable Solutions for Internal Displacement

The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) have joined forces to warn that internal displacement, driven by conflict and climate shocks, is reversing decades of poverty reduction in Ethiopia, and say humanitarian aid is not enough.

Youth As Catalysts for Peace and Security

In Ethiopia, the Youth Peace and Security (YPS) agenda is emerging as a critical cornerstone in building sustainable peace. With over 75% of the population under the age of 30, Ethiopia’s youth hold immense potential to shape the nation’s future.

Audiovisuals

Publications

GDPP - Legacy document

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GDPP Compendium 2017-2022

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GDPP Annual Report

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Terminal evaluation - Governance and democratic participation programme

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GDPP Annual Report

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The Communications Landscape in Ethiopia

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Framework - Civic engagement in the parliamentary procedure

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Assessment - Gender equality and social inclusion in Ethiopia governance system

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Ethiopia Transitional justice_Oromiffa

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Ethiopia Transitional justice_Tigregna

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Advancing the Access to Information Agenda in Ethiopia

UNDP spearheading support to Ethiopia's Election

Remarks by UNDP Regional Director for Africa Signing Ceremony for SEEDS UNDP and the Government of Canada

Government of Canada commits support for Ethiopia’s upcoming national election

New Zealand joins partners to support elections in Ethiopia

Finland partners on elections

Denmark on board to support Ethiopia’s elections

Government of Japan commits support for Ethiopia’s upcoming national election

UK Government announced support to Ethiopia’s upcoming general elections

Investing in strategic communication to enhance public engagement against corruption

Safeguarding Rural land belonging to the Vulnerable

Investing in Youth Volunteers to Foster Social Cohesion and Peacebuilding in Ethiopia

COVID 19 Challenge: Transforming the Business Process through Innovation and Digitalization

Enhancing role of religious leaders as messengers of peace and reconciliation

Reducing Corruption in Ethiopia: Towards a Strategic Anti-Corruption Roadmap

Fast-tracking Ethiopian public institutions leadership & efficiency through pro-active mentorship

UNDP supported study highlights need for better gender mainstreaming within Ethiopia’s democratic institutions

Inclusive Governance and Conflict Management Support Project launched

Ethiopia's Institute of Leadership and Good Governance Graduates First Batch