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Peace & Conflict Transformation
The Situation
 Sudan has a long history of war and conflict. The first civil war between the north and south broke out in 1955, shortly before independence, and continued for 17 years. In 1983 tensions erupted again resulting in the death of over two million people and the displacement of a further four million. A peace agreement was reached in 2005 with the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA). This peace agreement continues to be extremely fragile with frequent skirmishes and slow implementation.
Meanwhile in 2003, a complex series of environmental and political factors led to the renewal of violent conflict in Darfur, western Sudan. It has been estimated that since 2003 approximately 200,000 – 400,000 people have been killed and over 2 million displaced.
The Approach
FAR believes that peace is possible in Sudan. Relationships between communities, tribes, and peoples must be restored in order for peace to take root. FAR actively facilitates reconciliation processes and develops alternatives to conflict. Opportunities for economic growth, health care, and education need to be created. FAR works in post-conflict communities to facilitate sustainable development that keeps tools and books – rather than weapons – in the hands of young people.
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