SACMEP's founding symposium will convene leading researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from across the SADC region to chart a collective research agenda on mediation and violent extremism prevention.
Symposium Themes
Day 1: Regional Security Landscape
- Mapping violent extremism threats across Southern Africa
- Cross-border dynamics and spillover effects
- State capacity and governance challenges
Day 2: Prevention & Response Frameworks
- Community-based prevention methodologies
- Mediation and conflict resolution mechanisms
- Regional cooperation and information sharing
Who Should Attend
- Researchers and academics working on P/CVE and conflict studies
- Government officials and policymakers from SADC member states
- Civil society practitioners and community leaders
- International development partners and donors
- Regional and continental security organizations