The Intergenerational Dialogue is organized to recognize the importance of youth and women participation in peacebuilding and conflict prevention processes, declared on Thursday, April 12, at the opening ceremony of these sessions, the Congolese Minister of Youth, Yves Bunkulu.

The latter specified: "This Intergenerational Dialogue among the actors of the United Nations Resolution 2250 on peace, youth, and security, as well as those of Resolution 1325 on peace, women, and security, is organized to acknowledge the crucial importance of the participation of youth and women in peacebuilding and conflict prevention processes. UN Resolutions 2250 and 1325 emphasize the central role that these two groups must play in creating a more just, equitable, and peaceful world."

For the Minister of Youth, "Youth and women often represent segments of the population that are most affected by armed conflicts, violence, and instability. It is therefore vital to promote an inclusive intergenerational dialogue, where the experiences, perspectives, and ideas of youth and women are fully taken into account."

"It is by working together, hand in hand, that we can build a better future for all. It is time to give them their rightful place and to support their actions for a safer and more inclusive world," he asserted.

The Minister of Youth also asked participants to seize this opportunity to dialogue, exchange, and collaborate in order to strengthen the participation of youth and women in peace and security processes.

Youth as leaders of tomorrow and women as pillars of our communities; their commitment, creativity, and determination are valuable assets for conflict resolution and peacebuilding, he believes.

Boni Tsala