Strengthening MINUSMA’s Capacity on Conflict Sensitivity in Mali

This initiative aims to contribute to the peace process by strengthening the capacity of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA). The project focuses on conflict sensitivity in project management and increasing mutual understanding between local communities authorities and the State (uniformed civilian) and MINUSMA through a process of dialogue especially in areas surrounding cantonment camps. Project activities include: (1) reinforcing the capacities of the MINUSMA staff on conflict sensitivity approaches and analysis in their actions and supporting the integration of these approaches into MINUSMA projects including those underway or in development ; (2) improving MINUSMA’s understanding of conflict dynamics and peace in key communities; and (3) improving mutual understanding between the population and MINUSMA in particular around four cantonment sites in northern Mali through community participatory dialogues with MINUSMA.sites in northern Mali will improve through community participatory dialogues with MINUSMA.

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) MINUSMA's increased capacity in conflict sensitivity management to limit harm and conflict from its operations; and (2) increased collaboration between MINUSMA and local population around four cantonment sites.