Radicalization into violent extremism is a serious problem affecting Kenya. In the recent years, there have been several terrorist attacks in several parts of the country with an increased number of youth and children falling victim. Isiolo is one the regions affected by violent extremism. This is due to the town’s proximity to the Somalia […]
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PRESS RELEASE ISSUED 9th August 2018 – Nairobi, Kenya INTERFAITH ALLIANCE FOR SAFER COMMUNITIES: CHILD DIGNITY ONLINE Forty Three (43) faith leaders from Sub-Saharan African countries including representatives from faith-based organizations, governments, international and grassroots organizations, have committed to prevent and end online child exploitation and violence. Participants met in Nairobi, Kenya for the 3rd
The validation and launch of the ‘Tackling Extremist Narratives’– a UNDP Mobile Application took place on 18th – 19th April 2018 in Accra, Ghana. Sh. Ibrahim Asmani Lethome, one of Arigatou International’s Advisory Group Member, joined other 60 participants from different countries across Africa to witness the launch. The event was graced by the Minister
We remember and honor the life and legacy of H.E Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran, who passed away on 5th July 2018, and who was a friend of the Arigatou International family.
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International and grassroots partners on peace and development organized a dialogue dubbed, “Promoting Cohesion and Reconciliation,” on 28th June 2018 in Kilifi County, Kenya. The one-day forum was attended by three hundred (300) participants including representatives from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), Government of Kenya, County Government of Kilifi and civil rights organizations.
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Sh. Ibrahim Asmani Lethome, Arigatou International Advisory Group Member, attended a workshop hosted by Al-Azhar University and sponsored by the Government of the United Arab Emirates in Cairo, Egypt on 4th June 2018. The workshop themed, “Protecting the Child’s Dignity in the Digital World,” was attended by religious scholars from the Muslim and Christian denominations,
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Empowerment of the Kilifi community on sustainable ways to achieve peace has always been considered critical by the residents. This prompted international and grassroots partners to organize a seminar on Strengthening Community Resilience Against Violent Extremism from 25th to 28th June 2018 in Watamu, Kenya. A total of one hundred and fifty (150) participants including community
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The Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC) in partnership with End Child Poverty and the Umbrella for Vulnerable in Rwanda, supported six hundred (600) children and youth to acquire Health Insurance Covers under the Health Insurance Scheme Project. The cover, issued on 28th June 2018 in Kigali, Rwanda, is set to run for the
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On 28th June 2018, GNRC in partnership with Ethics Education for Children and the Umbrella for Vulnerable in Rwanda, conducted a one day workshop for children focusing on Protecting Children from Violent Extremism, Gang Violence and Organized Crime, and – Ending Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Children. The workshop, which was hosted in Kigali, Rwanda,
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As billions of people around the world—including millions of Nepalis—are glued to their televisions watching the 2018 World Cup, I wish to reminisce about the humanitarian dimension of a great football star who is currently not in the pitch. Pelé. Everybody knows Pelé as probably the best football player in the world in history. But
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