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Programme

  • Day 01 07 Apr 2025
  • Day 02 08 Apr 2025
13:30
14:00
Networking

Welcome Coffee

Geneva Peacebuilding Platform
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
A networking opportunity to connect with fellow participants and speakers.
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14:00
16:00
Peace Panel

High-Level Plenary: Geopolitical Challenges for Peace and Security in Africa

Geneva Peacebuilding Platform, Amani Africa, and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
This High-Level Plenary Session brings together senior policymakers, diplomats, and experts to explore how Africa can strengthen its leadership in peacebuilding and conflict resolution amid evolving geopolitical realities.
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16:00
16:30
Networking

Coffee Break

Geneva Peacebuilding Platform
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
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16:30
18:00
Peace Panel

Geneva-Addis Ababa Peace Dialogue: Climate, Peace & Security

Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
This Geneva - Addis Ababa Peace Dialogue brings together key stakeholders from Geneva’s global climate governance ecosystem and Addis Ababa’s African Union-led peace and security institutions to explore the intersection of climate change, security, and peacebuilding.
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10:00
11:00
Peace Panel

Networking Breakfast

Geneva Peacebuilding Platform
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
An opportunity for peacebuilders, policymakers, and experts to connect.
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11:00
12:30
Peace Panel

Youth & Peace in Africa

Thematic Panel 1: Advancing Civilian-Centered Protection – The Role of Women, Youth & Communities

NonViolent PeaceForce, ICRC and others (tbc)
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
Through an interactive and solutions-driven dialogue, the session will address key challenges, including barriers to the wider adoption of civilian-led protection mechanisms and opportunities for multilateral institutions to support and resource these initiatives effectively. Experts and practitioners will share insights on how Geneva’s peacebuilding expertise can align with African leadership and grassroots initiatives, generating concrete recommendations to enhance sustainable, community-centered protection frameworks.
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14:00
15:30
Peace Panel

Youth & Peace in Africa

Thematic Panel 2: Opportunities & Challenges of New Technologies, Digitalization & AI for Youth Peacebuilders

UNDP Regional Service Centre for Africa, UNDP Geneva, the African Union Commission, Inclusive Peace, ISS
Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
Cet événement explorera comment l’IA et les outils numériques peuvent être efficacement utilisés pour la consolidation de la paix tout en abordant les principaux risques et les considérations éthiques.
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16:00
17:00
Peace Panel

Youth & Peace in Africa

Addis Ababa PeaceTalks

Interpeace, the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform and the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs.
FENDIKA, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
The PeaceTalks is a global storytelling initiative that highlights the role of individuals in building peace. Through personal stories and experiences, speakers will inspire, educate, and challenge perspectives on peacebuilding beyond political discussions.
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17:00
18:00
Networking

Closing cocktail

Swiss Embassy in Ethiopia
Coutyard, Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa
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