This is a GiZ-iDOVE Preventing/Countering Violence extremism project aimed at fostering youth collective action to defend pluralism and promote non-violent political participation in communities across the Plateau North Senatorial Zone, Nigeria. Operating in 24 religiously segregated communities spanning Jos South, Jos North, Riyom, and Barkin Ladi local governments of Plateau state,. The Project was able to inspire the planting of 120 commitment trees, organization of 24 intergenerational storytelling sessions, conducted digital storytelling initiatives, and facilitated two-day capacity-building sessions in each of the four local governments. The project significantly contributed to building the resilience of young people against the factors that render them vulnerable to extremist recruitment. As expressed by one participant,
for me I thought my next visit to this community would be for revenge, but I feel deep relief that I am visiting this community on a peace note. I am happy for the new me and the opportunity to heal rather than to revenge (Timz).