Peacebuilding is about reducing conflict, fostering reconciliation, and building trust among communities. Social cohesion emphasizes unity, inclusion, and resilience in diverse societies. Together, they create the foundation for sustainable peace and development.

At the heart of our mission is the belief that lasting peace begins within communities. We work to strengthen trust, foster dialogue, and build inclusive structures that bring people together across divides. Through peacebuilding initiatives, we help communities resolve conflict peacefully, while our focus on social cohesion ensures that diversity becomes a source of strength rather than division.

The Catholic Church Apostolic Vicariate of Nekemte commits itself to contribute its part to restoring the sense of co-responsibility in building a better world. The Catholic Church as part of her mission has established the Justice and Peace Commission to proclaim social justice. Established in 2005, the Justice and Peace program of the Catholic Church in Ethiopia is engaged in the promotion of justice, peace, reconciliation, and mutual co-existence among the Ethiopian community.