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The REcAP Network was launched in Dakar, on 2nd February 2023 aimed at deepening stakeholders and partners understanding of the mandate of the REcAP Network for further engagements and support to enhance the implementation of its activities. In addition, the discussions during the conference contributed to the ongoing discourse on how to effectively respond to the current peace and security challenges in West Africa and the Lake Chad through a strong regional network of civil society, including regional, national and community practitioners and research institutions and experts. At the end of the conference, the REcAP Project Secretariat was able to produce a report on the proceedings from the meeting to inform the future activities of the Network.
The conference was able to achieve the following:
Presented the REcAP Network’s objectives, rationale and expected outcomes to REcAP Network members and other stakeholders including governments representatives, ECOWAS, EU, UN, and other international development partners
Officially launched the REcAP Network
Communicated officially to stakeholders and partners in West Africa and the Lake Chad Basin, the establishment of the REcAP Network.
Fostered engagement between participants.
Provided an opportunity for reflection, analysis, and discussion on the state of peacebuilding, prevention of conflict and violent extremism in West Africa, the Lake Chad Basin.
Identified key priorities for the REcAP Network in terms of research and actions
The participants included the following:
Members of the REcAP Project Consortium
Representatives from the European Union
Members of the REcAP Network – Academia, Researchers
Representatives from ECOWAS, UNOWAS, and other international bodies
The Diplomatic Corps.
Policymakers & Government Representatives.
Development Agencies & Partners
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