03 May 2011 - A UNAMID-organized workshop on the roles of traditional leaders and civil society organizations in democratic systems concluded today in Um Kadada, North Darfur. The objective was to build local capacities and knowledge of democratic systems to facilitate the Mission’s efforts in bringing a durable solution to Darfur conflict and engaging local leaders in the peace process.

About one hundred participants including civil society organizations, native administration leaders, youth and women groups, academia, and trade unions attended the two-day workshop.

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