-To commemorate the 20yrs of peace in Liberia.
On Friday 25 August 2023, women peace builders will convene for an inter-generational dialogue at the Monrovia City Hall to share insights, reflections and experiences on building and sustaining peace in Liberia.
The dialogue will be held in observance of the 20th Anniversary of the Accra Peace Agreement, signed on 18 August 2003 to end the second civil war in Liberia, and to usher a new era of peace. The dialogue will serve as an acknowledgement of the pivotal role played by Liberian women led by the ‘Women’s Mass Action for Peace,’ in ending the second civil war in Liberia.
The inter-generational conversation will also provide a platform for young women peace builders to connect with the women who were instrumental in securing peace two decades ago, fostering a meaningful exchange of experiences and insights.
The 20th Anniversary of the Accra Peace Agreement comes at a time when Liberia is gearing up for its presidential and legislative election on October 10, 2023. The anniversary, therefore, presents an opportunity to reiterate the importance of having peaceful elections, recognize the invaluable role women have played and continue to play in maintaining peace and empower and inspire more women to participate fully in the democratic process.
The inter-generational dialogue is a collaborative effort among partners committed to supporting Liberia to realise the country’s vision of advancing peace, gender equality, and women’s empowerment.
The Women’s Mass Action for Peace, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Centre (EJS), Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, UN Women, the Embassies of Ireland and Sweden have joined hands to support this important dialogue.
