How do you measure your peacebuilding success?
Peace Dialogues - Changing the Negative to Positive; Recognizing Peacebuilders; Responding to disasters; Reach out to the community. Capacity building of PEACEKONA Peace Clubs.
Is LOPECO one of the collaborators in localizing the NAP on Women Peace & Security?
LOPECO is one of the pioneering civil society organisations that continue to localise the NAP on Women Peace & Security in innovative ways through the community, schools and peace-building games. LOPECO focuses on the four pillars of the NAP-WPs with pillar two as the major lead.
What is a PeaceKona Club?
LOPECO started an online chatroom in 2021 via WhatsApp and launched a PeaceKona Network that hosts peace clubs all over South Africa in all provinces & beyond.
How does LOPECO engage with stakeholders?
Through strategic partnerships, and collaboration with government entities, healthcare providers, and community organizations, ensuring all voices are represented in health and peace advocacy efforts.
How does LOPECO empower communities?
By offering educational programs, skills training, and capacity-building initiatives that provide individuals with the resources needed to become self-reliant and advocate for their rights.
What is the role of LOPECO in advocating for epidemic preparedness?
LOPECO advocates for stronger health systems and increased government funding for epidemic preparedness. We work through budget advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and media campaigns to ensure health security is a priority in South Africa’s policies.