SAMVAAD

Caritas India’s Samvaad Peacebuilding programoperates to restore social peace and integration in three districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Through a strategic blend of dialogue, conflict resolution techniques, and community engagement activities, the program endeavours to promote peace, reconciliation, and harmony among communities. “Samvaad,” a Hindi term meaning “dialogue,” underscores the pivotal role of communication and understanding in preventing further conflict. Caritas India’s innovative approach involves engaging Knowledge partners to empower program beneficiaries as peace ambassadors. The program’s three key outcomes include the effective functioning of gram panchayats, the establishment and capacitation of citizens’ forums, and the cultivation of a broader public opinion in Favor of peace and communal harmony.

Focus

Community Engagement

Establishment of Peace Clubs

Engagement of Citizen Forums

Empowerment for Peaceful Dialogue

Impact

113 Peace clubs formed in 22 schools with over 1100 students.
6 Citizen Forums formed at block and District level.
600 local volunteers spearheaded awareness drives in 86 villages/households
Children empowered as peace ambassadors through curriculum and magazine
Stronger community bonds built through inclusive multi-stakeholder engagement.
Social cohesion strengthened through inclusive community events and cultural exchanges.