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Voices of Peace Training Workshops

Voices Of Peace

Our Program

Do Nation Foundation Inc. is honored to

present "Voices of Peace: Empowering 

Rural Young Women in 3 Southern St. Lucia 

Communities through Leadership Training, 

Sign Language Support and Community 

Advocacy," a bold and transformative 

initiative designed to address the urgent 

challenges faced by young women in rural 

southern St. Lucia, specifically in the 

communities of Dennery, Micoud, and 

Vieux-Fort. These rural areas, marked by 

agricultural livelihoods, high youth 

unemployment, and persistent 

Gender-based violence is a home to young people 

women who face significant barriers 

including exclusion from the community 

decision-making, limited access to 

education and employment, and scarce 

support services, especially for those living 

with disabilities such as deafness or hearing 

impairments. 

Our Mission

 Our mission is to empower 75 rural young 

women, including those with disabilities, to 

become dynamic leaders and advocates for 

peace, violence prevention, and 

gender-responsive security within a 

seven-month timeframe. The project focuses 

on building foundational leadership, 

advocacy and peacebuilding skills through 

hands-on workshops, mentorship, and peer 

learning opportunities. By integrating 

innovative sign language training for 

selected focal points, we directly address 

The communication barriers faced by 

survivors of domestic violence who are deaf 

or hard of hearing, promoting inclusivity and accessibility in vital support services. 

How we make it happen

 "Voices of Peace" also aims to transform harmful gender norms deeply rooted in these communities by launching a multi-platform behavior change communication campaign. This campaign incorporates radio segments, social media content (including sign language videos), community dialogues, and podcasts to reach over 5,000 residents, fostering dialogue and awareness on violence prevention and gender equality. The establishment of peer support and advocacy groups will provide ongoing emotional and

practical assistance for survivors while nurturing solidarity and resilience among participants. 


A key pillar of the project is collaboration with local security actors and community leaders to develop a gender-responsive understanding of peace and crisis intervention, ensuring that the security sector is better equipped to support young women and survivors in ways that are respectful, sensitive, and effective. Two youth-led policy advocacy forums will empower participants to articulate their perspectives to policymakers and influence local reforms, strengthening the foundations for inclusive peacebuilding. 


The project’s digital dimension includes designing an accessible, user-friendly website that hosts project information, resources, and sign language content, and a virtual chat room that provides confidential survivor support, moderated by trained focal points. These spaces extend the project's reach, providing safe, accessible avenues for assistance beyond physical community gatherings. 

Meet Our Voices of Peace Ambassadors

Through ongoing initiatives and training, the Voices of Peace program remains committed to breaking down barriers and fostering peace. 

Do-Nation Foundation Inc.

Alliance Francaise

1 (758) 287-1185

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