Minka: an instrument for peace and resilience

AFD takes action before, during and after to: 
•    Build the resilience of institutions and populations affected by crises;
•    Improve the living conditions of populations vulnerable to violent conflicts;
•    Promote social cohesion for lasting peace.
 

You are leading a project to promote peace and resilience in a country vulnerable to crises and violent conflicts. 

Your program aims to:
•    Build the capacities of institutions and populations affected by crises and violent conflicts;
•    Ensure fair and equitable access to essential resources, services, and economic opportunities;
•    Improve governance in the provision of basic services and equitable resource distribution;
•    Foster social cohesion by promoting cooperation, developing networks, and rebuilding trust between communities.

Where relevant to the local context, your project places particular emphasis on:
•    Defending the rights of women and children in crisis zones and combating all forms of violence, particularly gender-based violence,
•    Meeting the specific needs of displaced and host populations.

You represent:
•    A government or public institution
•    An NGO (whether international, French or local)
•    An international organization
•    A public or private sector company
 

•    A “conflict-sensitive” intervention methodology for regions vulnerable to crises and violent conflicts;
•    A two-phased approach: meeting the priority needs of partners and populations while preparing the deployment of long-term solutions;
•    Financing of development projects for the most vulnerable population groups, focusing specifically on the rights of women and children, as well as host and displaced communities.