Two round discussions were held to among communities and different interest groups on conflict prevention, reconciliation and peace building of Metekel and Assosa Zones in Assosa town. The meeting organized to contribute for the efforts on increasing awareness and capacity of different social groups on the rule of law, respect for diversity, and peaceful co-existence. It also supports the rights of all people and the promotion and protection of the human rights of social minorities.

The participants recommended the ways to solve conflicts in the region and share responsibilities and agreed to work closely with the community to implement indigenous justice system. During the discussions 158 (F24) representatives from government stakeholders, religious leaders, youth association, women association, higher learning institutes, CSOs’ network, Branch office of Human Rights Commission, Branch office of Ombudsman, and Media Agencies participated.

Boro-Shinasha Development Association has been implementing the EU CSF III project entitled “Safeguarding the human right of social minorities in Benishangul Gumuz Region” in 6 woredas of Metekel and Assosa Zones to contribute to secure the human rights of social minorities.