Building Peace through Livelihoods

A field mission to Gbesseh in Grand Cape Mount County has highlighted the impact of coordinated UN action at the community level. Accompanied by the United Nations Resident Coordinator, the visit focused on border communities benefiting from a joint IOM–WFP project supported by the United Nations Peacebuilding and Peace Support Fund (PBF).

The initiative leverages agricultural livelihoods as a foundation for peace, resilience, and social cohesion in communities affected by fragility and limited economic opportunities. During interactions with beneficiaries, the delegation observed tangible progress in food production, income generation, and community cooperation.

Particularly noteworthy was the active participation of women’s groups, many of whom are widows, playing a central role in sustaining households and driving local recovery efforts. Their leadership and commitment underscored how targeted livelihood support can empower vulnerable populations, strengthen resilience, and transform challenges into opportunities for long-term stability.