Support to the Observatoire Boutros-Ghali du maintien de la paix

The project supports the Observatoire Boutros-Ghali du maintien de la paix which seeks greater representation of personnel with French-language proficiency in peacekeeping operations conducted by the United Nations in Francophone countries. The Observatoire helps state contributors of French-language personnel to gain a better understanding of peacekeeping-related issues. It provides a framework for exchanges between Francophone personalities and experts with the objective of strengthening dialogue among states engaged in peacekeeping the Security Council and the United Nations Secretariat. The activities conducted by the Observatoire include: (1) helping Francophone states in preparing their engagement in peacekeeping operations; (2) coordinating an international network of experts including producing events; and (3) conducting inquiries in Africa and publishing research analyses and articles on peacekeeping.

The expected outcomes of the Observatoire Boutros-Ghali du maintien de la paix include: (1) Francophone state or organizational actors undertake more political initiatives at United Nations Headquarters in New York in connection with the design planning and governance of the operations to which they contribute; (2) improved dialogue between the Secretary-General of the United Nations the Security Council and troops from state contributors and those of host countries; (3) strengthened dialogue between Francophone contributors to peacekeeping missions; and (4) capitalization of best practices and training tools.