Effective peacebuilding begins with deep understanding to address the root causes of conflict and drive sustainable change, we rely on rigorous, evidence-based research that reflects the realities of Nigeria’s communities and conflict dynamics. The Research, Publications, and Network Coordination forms backbone of our programming. It ensures every intervention we design from early warning systems to peace education and policy advocacy is grounded in facts, data, and lived experiences. By investing in research, WANEP-Nigeria not only informs its own work but contributes to the broader peacebuilding knowledge landscape across West Africa.
Over the years, our projects have generated a wealth of educative, analytical, and policy-relevant materials. These include:
- Conflict trend analyses and community peace assessments
- Policy briefs and reports targeting decision-makers and government institutions
- Case studies and success stories that highlight local innovations in peacebuilding
- Training manuals and toolkits used to build capacity across civil society and state actors
These publications are more than just reports they are tools for learning, advocacy, and change which are designed to be accessible to academics, practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders alike. We ensure that the insights gained from our field activities are documented and shared widely through print, online platforms, workshops, and stakeholder meetings. Central to this thematic area is also network coordination. We facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange between civil society organisations, researchers, government agencies, and international partners, allowing for the cross-fertilisation of ideas and resources. Through regular convenings, joint research initiatives, and publication of findings, WANEP ensures that information flows freely connecting local insights with national and regional decision-making. In a country as large and diverse as Nigeria, no single actor can build peace alone.
