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Our Seven Pillars

Seven Fields of Action for Peace and Progress

WUPI recognises that lasting peace is connected to the way people live, work, lead and care for one another.

The Seven Pillars provide the framework for its programmes, partnerships and proposed interventions.

Guests and dignitaries at the WUPI Peace Dialogue

Pillar One

1

Peace, Conflict Resolution and National Cohesion

Promoting dialogue, reconciliation and peaceful relationships within and between communities.

Areas of focus

  • Conflict prevention and early engagement
  • Dialogue and mediation
  • Community reconciliation
  • National cohesion and responsible communication

Programmes under this pillar

Pillar Two

2

Public Health, Epidemic Preparedness and Humanitarian Response

Supporting community wellbeing and cooperation in times of health emergencies and humanitarian need.

Areas of focus

  • Public-health awareness
  • Community preparedness
  • Humanitarian assistance
  • Cooperation with qualified health and emergency institutions

Programmes under this pillar

Pillar Three

3

Youth Character, Juvenile Development and Responsible Digital Citizenship

Encouraging young people to develop character, responsibility and constructive participation in society.

Areas of focus

  • Mentorship and character formation
  • Responsible leadership
  • Juvenile development
  • Digital responsibility and peaceful online engagement

Programmes under this pillar

Pillar Four

4

Traditional Leadership, Chieftaincy Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Encouraging respectful engagement with traditional institutions and constructive approaches to disputes.

Areas of focus

  • Traditional leadership dialogue
  • Chieftaincy-related reconciliation
  • Customary engagement
  • Alternative dispute resolution within applicable frameworks

Pillar Five

5

Justice, Human Dignity and Support for the Wrongfully Imprisoned

Promoting fair treatment and attention to people affected by injustice.

Areas of focus

  • Human-dignity advocacy
  • Referral to appropriate legal support
  • Support concerning alleged wrongful imprisonment
  • Reintegration and community acceptance

Pillar Six

6

Youth Employment, Entrepreneurship and Economic Empowerment

Encouraging pathways through which young people can develop skills, pursue enterprise and build sustainable livelihoods.

Areas of focus

  • Skills and employability
  • Entrepreneurship education
  • Mentorship
  • Economic opportunity through partnerships

Pillar Seven

7

African Unity, Integration and Development

Promoting cooperation among African peoples and institutions in pursuit of peace and shared progress.

Areas of focus

  • Cultural understanding
  • Cross-border dialogue
  • Institutional cooperation
  • Youth participation in Africa’s development

Work with Us

We welcome discussions with institutions and individuals whose expertise and commitments align with these areas.