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Nearly a decade after Colombia's historic peace agreement, the country has formalized nearly 4 million hectares of land for rural communities while over 11,000 former combatants continue building peaceful lives. As Colombia heads into presidential elections, the UN celebrates democratic gains while pushing for continued progress on the groundbreaking 2016 peace framework.
Colombia's Catholic bishops are urging their nation toward reconciliation and peaceful democratic participation as the country prepares for March and May elections. Their message comes after a five-day assembly focused on healing divisions and supporting vulnerable communities.
Thirteen political parties in Nigeria have committed to peaceful campaigning ahead of Ekiti State's upcoming election. The historic peace accord brings rivals together to prioritize citizens' safety over political ambitions.
Colombia's government and the Gulf Clan have overcome a diplomatic hurdle to restart peace negotiations, bringing hope back to a decades-long effort to end internal conflict. The talks, which paused earlier this month over concerns about U.S. pressure, are now moving forward with international support.
A decade after ending 50 years of conflict, Colombia continues its journey toward lasting peace despite ongoing challenges. The UN reports significant progress in reintegration and rural reform while supporting communities still affected by violence.
Eight years after Colombia's historic peace agreement, a special court is finally delivering justice to victims through groundbreaking restorative sentences. The International Criminal Court just praised the progress, signaling hope for thousands affected by decades of conflict.
The European Union is doubling down on its commitment to Colombia's rural transformation, with a special envoy visiting communities where peace is taking root in once-neglected territories. Young farmers and women leaders are turning conflict zones into thriving agricultural hubs.
After a tense suspension, Colombia's government and the country's largest paramilitary organization have resumed negotiations that could bring peace to regions controlled by armed groups for three decades. The talks aim to demobilize nearly 10,000 members and restore government services to neglected communities.
On January 27, 1973, the Paris Peace Accords officially ended the Vietnam War, bringing closure to one of the 20th century's most devastating conflicts. This historic anniversary reminds us that even the longest wars can end through diplomatic resolution.
Six million Colombians living in conflict-affected regions just got a decade more support after the president signed a law extending development programs born from the 2016 peace agreement. Poverty in these 170 rural municipalities has already dropped by nearly 40 percent since the programs began.
Nearly 40% of peace agreements fail within five years, but new research from Notre Dame reveals a powerful solution: international partners who stay engaged on the ground dramatically improve success rates. The deeper their involvement, the better the odds for lasting peace.
In a historic first for Ekiti State, 13 political parties signed a peace agreement ahead of the June 20 governorship election. The unprecedented calm marking this election cycle shows how far the region has come in 30 years.
A groundbreaking Notre Dame study reveals that peace agreements backed by international partners are far more successful than those without global support. The research offers a proven roadmap for ending conflicts that have torn communities apart for decades.
In 1973, elders from two warring communities met under a tree and created a peace deal that's still working today. While modern peace agreements crumble across the region, this community-led approach has survived wars, droughts, and decades of change.
Gustavo Petro traded his rifle for a ballot box decades ago, and in 2022, the former M-19 guerrilla fighter became Colombia's first left-wing president. His journey from armed rebellion to democratic leadership shows how former enemies can transform a nation through peace.
A Peace Corps volunteer built a school in rural Colombia in 1965. Now, her foundation is sending UC Berkeley students to continue that work.
Zambia just formalized a groundbreaking peace partnership that could transform how communities and government work together for stability. The agreement links grassroots peacebuilding with national security frameworks across the country.
European election monitors have dismissed fraud rumors in Colombia's presidential race, praising the country for running a peaceful, orderly election despite political tensions. The findings offer reassurance as Colombia heads to a runoff vote later this month.
Former FARC fighters in Colombia are using sewing skills once used to mend combat uniforms to create Ixora, a fashion brand that's healing wounds and building bridges between war victims and peace signatories. Despite new violence forcing their workshop to close, these women just won their trademark registration and a new contract to support others.
Faith groups are helping women bring justice and healing to war-torn communities across four continents. From Ukraine's borders to Gaza's shelters, these advocates prove peace starts with supporting survivors.
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