The Executive Director/CEO of AREPP, Dr. Ezekiel Muendo Kiilu HSC, has today participated in the Reviewing and Modeling of County Action Plans (CAPS) to align with the National Strategy for Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (NSPCVE) 2025-2030 held at Kitui County.

Key Stakeholders Present

This important engagement brought together key stakeholders including:

- Government officials from Kitui County
- National and county security agencies
- Religious leaders from various faiths
- Civil society organizations
- Community representatives and youth leaders
- Peace-building practitioners

Dr. Muendo's Contribution

Dr. Ezekiel Muendo Kiilu HSC contributed valuable expertise on:

1. The critical role of religious practitioners in peace-building
2. Strategies for building community resilience against violent extremism
3. Interfaith dialogue as a tool for social cohesion
4. Deradicalization and rehabilitation of affected individuals
5. The importance of occupational standards for religious leaders in peace processes

Workshop Objectives

The workshop aims to:

1. Review existing County Action Plans (CAPS)
2. Align county strategies with the national NSPCVE framework 2025-2030
3. Identify gaps and opportunities for improved implementation
4. Strengthen multi-sectoral collaboration
5. Develop sustainable peace and security mechanisms

AREPP's Commitment

AREPP remains fully committed to fostering peace, security, and professional standards among religious practitioners in Kenya. This engagement demonstrates the association's active role in:

- National security discourse
- Policy formulation on counter-violent extremism
- Community-based peace initiatives
- Professional development of religious leaders

Way Forward

The outcomes of this workshop will help ensure Kitui County's action plans are fully aligned with the national strategy for 2025-2030, promoting sustainable peace and security in the region and beyond.

AREPP continues to lead in professionalizing religious practice while contributing to national peace and security agenda.