Chad’s COPIDEV fosters dialogue between farmers and herders
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In the Djoli canton of Chad, COPIDEV convened 34 people from September 17th to promote discussions between farmers and herders.
The Consortium for the Promotion of Initiatives of Development organised the meeting as part of the LAPIA project, which the European Union funds. Coginta and RESAP/MC are implementing the project to strengthen local dialogue and encourage peaceful coexistence. The “DjiraïLom Djoli” gathering focused on improving communication between communities and preventing conflict arising from farming and livestock activities.
Participants also discussed managing natural resources together, specifically concerning Manda National Park. COPIDEV hopes the discussions will help both farmers and herders understand their responsibilities and choose dialogue over conflict during the harvest season. Hassanié Guetty Charlotte, the project leader, urged better cooperation between traditional authorities and local people. She also encouraged parents to teach children values of peace, citizenship, and national unity.
Participants requested more meetings in rural areas, increased awareness programs in schools, and practical workshops for communities, and COPIDEV plans to include these suggestions in future discussions and a planned canton-level forum.
