Breaking cycles of violence through community-based mental health and psychosocial support
Evidence-based, Gender-transformative, Locally led, Engaging men and boys.
How we do it
"Through our psychosocial approach, we help men recognize trauma and transform violent behaviors into positive contributions to their families and communities."
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Who we do it for
"The Living Peace program helped me understand my trauma and become a better husband and father. I stopped using violence and now support my wife and children."
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Why we do it
"We believe addressing trauma and gender norms is essential to ending violence. When men heal, families heal, and communities can build lasting peace."
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reduction in domestic violence among participants
of families report improved relationships
decrease in trauma symptoms after program
Our Four Pillars
Living Peace Institute's approach combines community interventions, training, research, and advocacy to create lasting change.
Community Interventions
Therapeutic sessions targeting men and boys, next to women and girls in communities affected by conflict
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Living Peace Academy
Training programs highlighting local context, lived realities, and culture in providing MHPSS programs
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Action Research
Evidence-based methodology development and impact evaluations
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Advocacy
Mobile Cinema and campaigns to promote positive masculinity and enable peacebuilding
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Our evidence-based methodology is adapted for different target groups
The training received from Living Peace Institute helped us understand the role of trauma in creating cycles of violence. We can now support men in difficult moments, knowing what to do and providing the help they need to heal and change.
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