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Standing Committees

Specialized committees driving focused action across key areas of regional cooperation

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Committee FRAMEWORK

Specialized Working Bodies

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

1

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

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

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

6

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