Six integrated strategic pillars delivering practical peace and security solutions across the Horn of Africa.
HOAIPS operates under a five-year strategic framework (2026–2030) focused on strengthening prevention systems, institutional capacity, and regional coordination—aligned with IGAD, the African Union Agenda 2063, and the SDGs.
Climate Security and Resilience
Managing climate-related risks and supporting conflict-sensitive adaptation strategies.
Helps communities and institutions manage climate-related risks that drive or exacerbate conflict.
Conflict Prevention and Early Warning
Strengthening early warning systems and local mediation mechanisms to prevent conflict.
Supports communities and institutions to detect and address conflict risks before violence escalates across the Horn of Africa.
Crisis Preparedness and Policy Support
Supporting institutions with planning, scenario analysis, and evidence-based policy.
Strengthens institutional capacity to anticipate, plan for, and respond to complex crises.
Digital Peacebuilding
Addressing misinformation and promoting digital resilience through innovation and training.
Builds resilience against harmful information and strengthens constructive digital engagement in conflict-affected settings.
Peace Economy and Inclusive Governance
Promoting inclusive systems and economic opportunities to reduce conflict drivers.
Advances inclusive economic and governance approaches that reduce structural drivers of conflict.
Safety, Security and Risk Management
Enhancing operational readiness and duty of care in high-risk environments.
Enables safer, more effective operations for peace, development, and humanitarian actors in high-risk environments.