Committees

Standing Committees

Specialized committees driving focused action across key areas of regional cooperation. The Plenary Assembly operates through specialized standing Committees, each focused on critical areas of regional cooperation and development within the Great Lakes region.

Democracy and Good Governance

Promoting democratic principles, transparency, and accountable governance across member states.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Electoral Systems
2. Anti-Corruption
3. Rule of Law
4. Institutional Reform

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Peace and Security

Addressing security challenges and promoting sustainable peace in the Great Lakes region.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Conflict Prevention
2. Peacekeeping
3. Security Cooperation
4. Early Warning Systems

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Humanitarian and Social Issues

Addressing humanitarian crises and promoting social development across the region.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Refugee Affairs
2. Disaster Response
3. Health Systems
4. Education Access

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Economic Development, Natural Resources and Regional Integration

Fostering economic growth, sustainable resource management, and regional integration.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Trade Facilitation
2. Infrastructure
3. Resource Management
4. Regional Markets

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Gender, Children and Vulnerable Persons

Protecting and empowering women, children, and vulnerable populations in the region.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Gender Equality
2. Child Protection
3. Human Rights
4. Social Inclusion

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Finance and Resource Mobilisation

Managing financial resources and mobilizing funding for parliamentary initiatives and regional development.
Key Focus Areas:

1. Budget Oversight
2. Financial Sustainability
3. Resource Allocation
4. Donor Relations