Publications & reports
This report, derived from a workshop organized by the Association of Ethiopian Historians in partnership with the Life & Peace Institute, captures all the rich points of discussion and analysis from the event. Held over two days, the…
PARTICIPATORY INTERVIEWS IN NAIROBI’S INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS
In 2019 and 2020, LPI conducted a participatory study on individual resilience in areas of long-term, protracted intercommunal conflict and insecurity. Drawing on anthropological and conflict transformation methodologies, the research…
The Community of Practice on Peacebuilding (CPP) is a network of more than fifty national and international organisations working in the fields of peacebuilding, reconciliation, social cohesion and stabilisation in the provinces of North…
"Women Leadership: Operational Opportunities and Challenges" policy brief, stems from talking circles among women facilitated by the Life & Peace Institute, illuminating the gender disparities in political participation and leadership in…
Lessons From a Pilot Micro-Grant Initiative
In 2022, LPI launched a micro-grant initiative in Nairobi, Kenya. The initiative aspired to simplify grant processes to make financial resources more accessible and relevant to small community-based organisations. We accompanied this…
EMPOWERING WOMEN IN PEACE MEDIATION FOR LASTING PEACE IN SOUTH SUDAN
This case study examines women’s involvement in peace mediation processes in South Sudan and the barriers they face. Despite the recognized importance of women’s participation, challenges persist in bringing women to the negotiation table…
Perceptions, Experiences and Knowledge of Urban Violence in Nairobi
This research investigates diverse perspectives and perceptions on urban violence in Nairobi. In this study, men and women are viewed as perpetrators and victims of violence. The study concludes by making some recommendations to address…
While the borders are vital in defining sovereign states, the communities living in these areas are regularly neglected and marginalised within their local and national political systems as well as in regional and continental forums.…