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Peace and security

Millions of people face the threat of war, conflict and disaster. GIZ promotes peace, strengthens security and supports partners in laying the foundation for stability – in the interests of people locally and in Germany.

Our skills and expertise

  • Supporting peace processes

    We promote dialogue, mediation and reconciliation. We assist our partners with violence prevention and conflict management work and support them in strengthening social cohesion.

  • Rethinking security

    GIZ strengthens state security structures, focuses on human security, and provides support to prevent violence and organised crime.

  • Reconstruction and crisis resilience

    Following crises and disasters, we work with partners to rebuild infrastructure and livelihoods together on a sustainable basis – with a focus on security, social participation and prevention.

  • Displacement and migration

    We create fair migration pathways, promote safe return and encourage resource-rich countries to use their resources fairly and peacefully.

Displacement and migration

Displacement and migration are challenges for policy-makers and wider society: We support displaced people and host regions so that everyone benefits.

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Peacebuilding

Peace requires prevention, reappraisal and dialogue. We help to strengthen local actors and prevent violence.

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Security

Shaping security together – through networks and with people.

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Raw materials

Raw materials should promote development, not conflict. We advise on fair conditions, sustainable extraction and secure supply chains.

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Working in fragile contexts

Making sustainable development possible under challenging conditions – and delivering impact where others cannot operate

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Insights

Interview

‘International engagement serves German interests’

Wolfgang Stefinger, Chairman of the Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development (AwZ), advocates for strategic partnerships and greater economic engagement in Africa.
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Topic

Ebola: Prevention through strong networks

In the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Ebola virus continues to spread. Together with our local and international partners, we are taking preventative measures to contain the spread of the virus. For this to succeed, the trust of the local population is also crucial.

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Interview

‘Water cooperation can greatly defuse conflicts’

Susanne Schmeier is Professor of Water Cooperation, Law and Diplomacy in the Netherlands. Her research shows that conflicts over water can be managed proactively – ideally with international support.

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