WPDI 2023 Year in Review
12
of the UN Sustainable Development Goals were incorporated into our programmatic activations
288,000+ Beneficiaries
WPDI was active in six countries across three continents, improving access to skills, knowledge, and connectivity. Our programs have impacted the lives of 288,875 beneficiaries through Conflict Resolution Education, Entrepreneurial and Resilience programs
50% of these beneficiaries are women and girls
56,000+ Participants in our Peace Through Sport Activities
WPDI engaged 56,000+ participants in sporting activities and managed 182 competitive teams, teaching the values of sportsmanship to vulnerable populations
2,200+ Youth Peacemakers
We’re able to lay the foundation for lasting change by empowering young people with the resources they need to resolve conflicts peacefully through our network of 2,214 Youth Peacemakers and 16 Community Learning Centers, building resilient communities for generations
37,500+ Students and Teachers Trained in Conflict Resolution and Education
WPDI programs are implemented in 331 schools, reaching over 37,500+ students and teachers who were trained in conflict resolution and ICT classes
328 New Local Businesses Created, totaling 724 Small Businesses Supported
328 new local businesses were created with the support of WPDI. We now support a total of 742 small businesses, all working to enhance livelihoods within underprivileged communities
14,000+ beneficiaries received vocational trainings at our 16 Community Learning Centers
Improving access to opportunities that allow beneficiaries to gain new knowledge and skills, improving both their personal livelihoods and their communities
94,000+ Joined Our Peacebuilding Events, Strengthening Bonds and Fostering Restoration
Our events hold community dialogue, peacebuilding, and conflict resolution training, building the foundation for lasting peace