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Organized by PeaceRep Post-doctoral Research Fellow <a href=\"https:\/\/peacerep.org\/profile\/dr-juline-beaujouan\/\">Juline Beaujouan<\/a> and Sangar Salih (University of Salahaddin-Erbil), the workshop brought together practitioners, civil society members, and local leaders to explore the challenges and successes of these grassroots peace initiatives, particularly in the wake of Islamic State\u2019s defeat in 2017.<\/p>\n<p>Since the collapse of the Islamic State group, local peacebuilding initiatives have played an essential role in the recovery and reconstruction of Iraq\u2019s communities. One such initiative, the network of LPCs formed by the Peace and Freedom Organization (PFO) in Nineveh in 2017, has been instrumental in fostering dialogue and rebuilding trust within and between communities. Similar initiatives have been established in Kirkuk and Diyala provinces, where local actors have worked tirelessly to resolve tensions and promote social cohesion.<\/p>\n<p>The PeaceRep workshop explored several key themes, including the processes involved in establishing local peace initiatives, the importance of inclusivity, and how to ensure that marginalized groups such as women and youth are fully represented in peacebuilding efforts.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_24774\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24774\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24774\" src=\"https:\/\/peacerep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-555x370.jpg\" alt=\"Workshop attendees participate in a discussion\" width=\"650\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-555x370.jpg 555w, https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-675x450.jpg 675w, https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/gentest.cahss.ed.ac.uk\/dev-peacerep\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG-20250114-WA0015.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-24774\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by Sangar Salih<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In addition to addressing local challenges, the workshop also examined the broader impact of these initiatives on Iraq\u2019s peace process. Discussions included the importance of collaboration with both local, national and international actors. At the same time, participants acknowledged challenges such as navigating the complex political landscape and ensuring long-term impact.<\/p>\n<p>The event offered a valuable opportunity for cross-sector collaboration, as participants brainstormed ideas for improving and scaling up successful practices, while also learning from past challenges. By fostering dialogue between local peacebuilders, government officials, and international partners, the workshop contributed to strengthening the collective effort to rebuild Iraq\u2019s social fabric.<\/p>\n<p>In a region marked by conflict and division, the work of Local Peace Committees and similar initiatives provides a hopeful path forward, demonstrating the power of community-driven solutions in achieving lasting peace. The insights shared at this workshop will continue to inform future efforts to promote stability and healing in Iraq and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>The organizers would like to extend their deep gratitude to the workshop participants for their trust and the honesty with which they shared their often-painful personal experiences of conflict and the challenges of peacebuilding. Their openness provided valuable insights into the realities of local peace efforts.<\/p>\n<p>This workshop builds on a <a href=\"https:\/\/peacerep.org\/2024\/09\/09\/building-bridges-for-collaborative-research\/\">collaborative initiative<\/a> between PeaceRep and the University of Salahaddin, which took place in August 2024. The initiative aimed to better understand and contribute to sustainable peace in the KRI and the broader context of Iraq.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/peacerep.org\/about\/countries\/iraq\/\">Explore all PeaceRep Iraq research<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"extlink https\" href=\"https:\/\/pax.peaceagreements.org\/tracker\/iraq\/\">Track and monitor the implementation of peace and transition processes for Iraq via the PA-X Tracker<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/peacerep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Local-Peacebuilding-Initiatives-in-Iraq_Kurdish.pdf\">Read this article in Kurdish<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A workshop in Erbil brought together local leaders, civil society members, and peacebuilding practitioners to examine the vital role of Local Peace Committees and community-driven initiatives in Iraq\u2019s 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