Our Work & Projects
Peace-Talks Radio Program
PEDEP collaborated with the Royal Netherlands Embassy to launch Peace-Talks, a weekly one-hour radio program that aired between 2001 and 2003. This initiative educated the public on the importance of human rights, peace, and development in the Niger Delta. By leveraging the power of radio, Peace-Talks reached diverse audiences, fostering awareness and dialogue on critical issues affecting the region.
Key Initiatives and Capacity-Building Programs Organized for NDDC Personnel in 2024
1. Retreat for Personnel of NDDC’s Department of Dispute and Conflict Resolution (DCR) – February 2024
This retreat provided an intensive platform for personnel in the Department of Dispute and Conflict Resolution to refine their skills, enhance collaboration, and develop innovative strategies for effectively managing disputes within the Niger Delta. Participants engaged in expert-led sessions on negotiation techniques, mediation frameworks, and conflict prevention strategies tailored to the region’s unique challenges.
2. Retreat for Personnel of NDDC’s Directorate of Legal Services (DLS) – March 2024
The retreat aimed at equipping the Directorate of Legal Services team with advanced legal insights and tools to navigate complex legal issues while fostering corporate compliance and governance. The program emphasized capacity building in legal risk management, contract review, and the proactive resolution of legal disputes to align with NDDC’s developmental goals.
3. Capacity-Building Program on Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution Approaches – April 2024
In partnership with the Department of Dispute and Conflict Resolution, this program trained select NDDC personnel from various directorates and departments in modern approaches to conflict management and dispute resolution. The initiative focused on practical case studies, innovative methodologies, and collaborative techniques to address and resolve conflicts effectively. The training aimed to establish a cohesive approach across NDDC for managing disputes in its operations.
4. Sensitization and Capacity-Building Program on Transparency and Accountability – May 2024
This initiative, conducted in collaboration with the Department of Dispute and Conflict Resolution, targeted select personnel across NDDC’s directorates and departments. The program sought to enhance stakeholders’ awareness of the importance of transparency and accountability in the public sector. By fostering active engagement, participants were encouraged to adopt best practices in governance, ethical decision-making, and the transparent use of public resources to reinforce public trust.
5. Retreat and Master Class on Corporate Services and Governance – July 2024
Designed for personnel from the Office of the Executive Director, Corporate Services (EDS), and the Corporate Governance and Due Process Department, this retreat and master class focused on the principles of effective corporate governance and due process. Participants gained insights into strategic planning, governance structures, and performance optimization to strengthen NDDC’s service delivery and uphold high standards of corporate responsibility.
These meticulously organized programs reflect a commitment to equipping NDDC personnel with the skills, knowledge, and strategies needed to drive effective governance, resolve conflicts, and enhance transparency in the Niger Delta’s developmental processes.
Community-Based Advocacy Network
In partnership with the Open Society Initiative of West Africa (OSIWA), PEDEP introduced a Community-Based Advocacy Network in 2004. This program empowered local community members to use advocacy as a tool for democratic empowerment and peaceful conflict resolution. Through workshops and grassroots engagement, the initiative built a network of informed advocates committed to fostering peace and justice in the Niger Delta.
Research on Small Arms Proliferation
Together with two other NGOs and support from Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), PEDEP conducted a comprehensive field survey on the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the Niger Delta. The findings were published in a report, providing critical insights into the drivers of armed violence and offering recommendations for disarmament and peacebuilding.
Workshops and Capacity-Building Programs
PEDEP has organized numerous workshops, including one on media and constitutional dialogue, aimed at strengthening the role of media in promoting peace and democracy. These capacity-building programs equip stakeholders, including journalists, community leaders, and youth, with the tools to advocate for peaceful and democratic solutions to conflicts.
Grassroots Democratic Empowerment Project
PEDEP partnered with the Ireland Embassy to implement the Grassroots Democratic Empowerment Project across six local government areas in the Niger Delta. This project focused on promoting democratic values, increasing civic participation, and enabling communities to take active roles in decision-making processes affecting their lives.
Publications and Monitoring Initiatives
PEDEP publishes Violence Watch, a periodic review of violent conflict situations, and Peace Builder, a newsletter showcasing COREPEC activities. The organization also compiles an annual report on violent conflicts in Nigeria, serving as a resource for policymakers, researchers, and peace advocates.
Sustainable Livelihoods Assessment Survey
In collaboration with Chevron Nigeria Limited, PEDEP conducted a Sustainable Livelihoods Assessment survey in six oil-producing communities. This initiative identified key challenges and opportunities for improving livelihoods, emphasizing sustainable development in areas impacted by oil exploration. The survey results informed strategic interventions to enhance economic stability and resilience in these communities.
Join us in fostering peace, advocacy, and development. Together, we can empower communities, resolve conflicts, and build a prosperous, harmonious future.