Strengthening Community-Based Early Warning and Response Mechanisms in Plateau States, Nigeria.

About this project

Communities in Bokkos Town (Bokkos LGA) and Ganaropp Community (Barkin Ladi LGA) in Plateau State continue to experience recurring identity-based and land-related conflicts driven by mistrust, misinformation, competition over natural resources, and weak coordination between community structures and authorities. Early warning signs such as rumor circulation, youth mobilization, and disputes over land and grazing areas often go undocumented or are poorly managed, allowing tensions to escalate into violence. This project seeks to strengthen inclusive Community-Based Early Warning and Response Mechanisms (CBEWRMs) to proactively detect, document, and respond to emerging conflict risks before they escalate. The intervention will begin with a participatory baseline assessment and conflict analysis to guide evidence-based planning. It will train 30 community actors (15 per community) on early warning, mediation, and rapid response, and support the formation or strengthening of functional CBEWRM committees with clear reporting systems and standard operating procedures. Structured coordination platforms will link community mechanisms with Local Government Authorities and security actors to ensure timely, accountable, and conflict-sensitive responses. The project intentionally prioritizes the inclusion of women, youth, and persons with disabilities, ensuring meaningful participation and leadership within early warning structures. Trust-building activities including community dialogues…

Published by

CAFOD · International NGO

Countries

Nigeria

Sectors

Multi-hazard response preparedness

Focus

Environment · Main focus

Funded by

Catholic Agency For Overseas Development (CAFOD)

Implemented by

Social Justice and Human Dev. for Peace Initiative

Published by CAFOD to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 1 Jun 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: GB-CHC-285776-NGR559.

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