Humanity for Development and Prosperity Organization (HDPO) conducted community awareness sessions on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) across 20 targeted villages in Eastern and Western Galabat Al Gedaref state, aiming to strengthen local capacity in natural resource management and conflict mitigation.
The activity engaged 50 participants, including community leaders, youth representatives, farmers, pastoralists, and project committee members, ensuring inclusive representation across all targeted communities. The sessions focused on building awareness of DRR principles, sustainable resource use, and community-based risk management approaches.
The activity is implemented by HDPO with partner and support from IOM Sudan and funded by the United Nations Peacebuilding Fund, contributing to enhanced community resilience, improved resource governance, and the promotion of peaceful coexistence in conflict-affected areas.
Key discussions highlighted the growing link between environmental degradation and local conflicts, particularly in relation to land, water, and forest resources. Participants explored practical solutions such as early warning mechanisms, improved resource management practices, and strengthened roles of community committees in dispute resolution and prevention.
The sessions also strengthened collaboration between communities and relevant authorities, including the Ministry of Production, while participants committed to sharing knowledge within their villages to expand the impact of the intervention.