Prerogatives of the High Council for Peace – HCGI/HACIG
1. Conflict Prevention and Mediation
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Prevent the escalation of local and regional conflicts through early intervention.
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Mediate disputes between individuals, communities, and organizations with impartiality and neutrality.
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Promote reconciliation and peacebuilding through dialogue and non-violent resolution methods.
2. Peace Education and Sensitization
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Design and implement programs that educate the public on peace, tolerance, and coexistence.
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Promote civic engagement, cultural understanding, and mutual respect across regions and ethnic lines.
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Organize workshops, seminars, and campaigns on non-violence and peaceful conflict resolution.
3. Monitoring and Reporting on
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Monitor regions or zones at risk of conflict or violence.
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Report incidents of communal clashes, incitement, hate speech, or activities threatening peace.
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Recommend actions to prevent further destabilization.
4. Support to Victims of Conflict
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Provide psychosocial support and referrals to victims of violence or conflict.
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Assist in reintegration efforts for displaced persons or former combatants.
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Collaborate with humanitarian agencies to ensure protection and dignity for victims.
5. Institutional and Governmental Engagement
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Serve as a consultative body to national authorities on peacebuilding policies.
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Collaborate with ministries of peace, defense, reconciliation, and justice to shape sustainable peace strategies.
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Participate in national dialogues, truth commissions, and reconciliation frameworks.
6. International Cooperation and Partnerships
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Partner with international peace organizations and the United Nations to align with global peace efforts.
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Promote Cameroon’s and Africa’s contribution to global peace initiatives.
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Advocate for peaceful resolutions in conflict-affected countries across the continent and beyond.
7. Internal Peace and Discipline within HCGI/HACIG
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Maintain harmony and discipline among members of HCGI/HACIG.
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Investigate and mediate internal disputes or misconduct.
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Promote values of respect, professionalism, and brotherhood within the organization.
8. Peace Advocacy through Media and Communication
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Use radio, TV, social media, and publications to spread messages of peace.
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Counter propaganda, extremism, and incitement with truthful, peaceful narratives.
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Engage youth and influencers in peace promotion campaigns.
