Zumar Foundation is fully committed to aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and Uganda’s Vision by actively promoting peacebuilding and reconciliation. Creating a harmonious society requires the establishment of peaceful environments that prioritize human rights, justice, and equality for all, fostering peaceful coexistence and nonviolent dispute resolution.
Zumar Foundation employs several strategies for a peaceful and inclusive society by aligning with the pillars of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Uganda’s Vision for peacebuilding and reconciliation:
strategies for a peaceful and inclusive society
1. Education and Awareness: This strategy aligns with SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting education and increasing awareness about peace, tolerance, and understanding. It also supports Uganda’s Vision by emphasizing the importance of education in building a peaceful society.
2. Advocacy and Lobbying: This strategy aligns with SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), which focuses on promoting peaceful and inclusive societies. Advocacy and lobbying efforts contribute to influencing policies
and driving positive change, aligning with Uganda’s Vision for a more harmonious society.
3. Conflict Resolution and Mediation: This strategy aligns with SDG 16 as well, as it encourages peaceful conflict resolution methods and mediation services. By promoting dialogue and seeking mutually beneficial solutions, it
supports the goal of peaceful and inclusive societies.
strategies for a peaceful and inclusive society
Promoting Dialogue And Understanding
This strategy aligns with SDG 16 and with SDG 10 by fostering respectful conversations, bridging gaps, breaking stereotypes, and promoting understanding among diverse community members. It contributes to creating peaceful and inclusive societies.
Providing Legal Aid
This strategy aligns with SDG 16 and SDG 10 by ensuring access to justice for vulnerable and marginalized groups. By providing free legal aid, the Zumar Foundation supports individuals in addressing grievances, resolving disputes, and preventing conflicts from escalating into violence.
Promotion Of Human Rights
This strategy aligns with SDG 16 and SDG 10 by promoting and protecting human rights. By respecting the rights and dignity of every individual, it contributes to creating peaceful and inclusive societies free from discrimination, oppression, and violence.
Addressing Root Causes Of Violence
This strategy aligns with SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 5, and SDG 10 by addressing the underlying causes of violence, including poverty, inequality, discrimination, and social exclusion. By tackling these issues, it helps create a more peaceful and just society, in line with the SDGs and Uganda's Vision.​