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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

Organization

Federal Minister Alabali Radovan at GIZ: "Your expertise is needed more than ever”

Head of BMZ emphasises GIZ'’s key role in strong development policy

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Infographic

For a resilient Ukraine

Since 24 February 2022, Ukraine has been defending itself against Russia’s large-scale war of aggression – with military and civilian support from Germany. GIZ is heavily involved in civilian efforts. Our infographic shows the results.
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Interview

‘Making jurisprudence accessible to all with AI’

Together with partners, GIZ has developed an AI tool that enables broad access to legal knowledge. Emily Watson from GIZ’s team at the Inter-American Court of Human Rights explains in an interview why it can serve as a model for the European Court of Human Rights.

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