Salama Hub

The Salama Hub will conduct and curate research and analysis. It will train to support, strengthen and amplify civil society to have a greater policy influence on issues around peace and justice. #AFSCSalamaHub @afsc_org @AaccCeta

Final reflections, a powerful visit to the Apartheid Museum, & a farewell dinner capped off a week of learning on truth-seeking, accountability & reconciliation.

Today, participants engaged with South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), exploring prosecutorial independence, asset recovery & missing persons cases. Key insights for Ethiopia’s TJ journey!

Today, we explored South Africa’s TJ process with experts like Dumisa Ntsebeza & Howard Varney. Discussions covered truth-seeking, accountability, reparations & victim engagement. Inspiring insights for Ethiopia’s justice journey!

Yesterday, we met with civil society organizations to discuss their crucial role in transitional justice, victim participation, and accountability. Gained powerful insights into empowering communities and ensuring justice for all.

Today, we visited the historic Old Women’s Jail and the Constitutional Hill to engage in a thought-provoking discussion with former TRC Commissioners, hosted by the Foundation for Human Rights. Gaining invaluable insights into truth-seeking, accountability, and victim engagement.

Participants will also reflect on South Africa’s TJ process and its lessons for Ethiopia. A big thank you to our partners, speakers, and participants for making this possible—let’s learn, reflect, and plan for a just future together!

Highlights include visits to historic sites like the Old Women’s Jail and Apartheid Museum, roundtables with former TRC Commissioners, CSOs, and the National Prosecuting Authority, and deep dives into truth-seeking, accountability, reparations, and victim engagement.

We’re excited to announce the International Study Tour on Transitional Justice for Ethiopia, taking place in South Africa from March 16 to 20! This tour will explore key aspects of transitional justice through engaging sessions, site visits, and discussions with experts.

Thrilled to announce the signing of an MoU between the AFSC Salama Hub Program & FDRE Ministry of Justice! This partnership focuses on: ✅ Capacity Building ✅ Community Engagement ✅ Policy Advocacy ✅ Research #TransitionalJustice #Peacebuilding #FDREMoJ #MoU

The conversation on the #5Pillars of the #ASAPS such as: 🕊️Research Based Advocacy 🕊️Inclusion 🕊️Transitional Justice and Healing 🕊️ Governance 🕊️Climate and Environmental Justice Is very educative and informative. #Peacebuilding

Peace and Stability in the HoA for an Inclusive future #Peace #Inclusion #HoA

@afsc_org Discussions on the five pillars have began. #TJ #Peacebuilding #HoA

AFSC's Africa Regional Director giving opening remarks at the ASPS Launch.

Today, @afsc_org's @SalamaHub and @BROT_furdiewelt launched the the Horn of Africa Advocacy Strategy for Peace and Stability (ASPS). The plan will address instability in Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, Sudan, and South Sudan from 2023 to 2033. Read more: afsc.org/newsroom/horn-…

We're committed to working with partners like the AU, IGAD, and embassies to create a more peaceful and stable region for all. #PeaceInTheHornOfAfrica #Advocacy #HumanRights #ConflictPrevention #AU #IGAD

The major topics discussed were the urgent need to end conflict, address human rights violations, promote inclusion by ensuring women and youth are actively involved in peace processes, and prevent extremism.

The Salama Hub project, AACC, and AFSC successfully met with the Embassies of Germany, Deputy Permanent Representative to the AU H.E David Schwake, and Turkey, H.E Ambassador Berk BARAN to advocate for increased support for peacebuilding and conflict prevention in the Horn of Africa

Introducing the Horn of Africa Advocacy Strategy for Peace & Stability (ASPS) – a joint initiative by BfdW and AFSC that aims at fostering long-term peace and stability in the Horn of Africa. #ASPS #Peacebuilding #Inclusion #ClimateJustice #Governance #HOA

@SalamaHub @AaccCeta "Cultivating a Culture of Peace for an Inclusive Future"

Hosted by @SalamaHub & @AaccCeta, the event will feature "Cultivating a Culture of Peace for an Inclusive Future" through panel discussions and interactive workshops. Let’s foster peace across Ethiopia & the Horn of Africa! 🕊️#PeaceDay2024 #PeaceForAll