Conflict and peace
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Conflict does not finish with a peace agreement. Whatever caused the outbreak of tension or armed conflict often continues to exist long after a peace agreement has been signed
In the five years immediately after a conflict, the risk of returning to war is estimated at around 40 per cent. So, ensuring the fundamental rights of those involved and their communities will be respected and protected is crucial.
To this end, our work tackles the root causes of conflict - whether political, economic, social, cultural, or environmental - in order to build a just and sustainable peace.
Priests and sisters from our partner Caritas Sri Lanka stand in solidarity alongside thousands of forced to flee their homes during the ongoing conflict in that country.
Bishop Thomas of Jaffna says: “My priests and sisters have told me they will not abandon the people but move with them wherever they are going. I am a Christian and God has taught us that not through violence, but through love we can bring about peace."
 | Congo: refugees flee fighting in North Kivu We have pledged £50,000 to support families made homeless by renewed fighting between government and rebel forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo. |
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Secondary school teachers: Materials and resources for the classroom |
 | Conflict Sensitivity Project: video CAFOD's Anne Street and other members of the Conflict Sensitivity Consortium discuss the importance of applying "conflict sensitivity" when responding to an emergency. |
 | CAFOD calls for peace in Sudan and South Sudan We have expressed grave concern over the deteriorating relationship in recent weeks between Sudan and South Sudan, and call on supporters to add their voices and prayers to the international calls for peace. Please pray for peace for the people of Sudan and South Sudan>> |
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Prayers for peace and for those who are caught up in situations of conflict around the world; reflections, Scripture passages and Church teaching on the theme of conflict and peace. |
