Omdurman – OnePress
Officials, community leaders and media in Sudan launched a national initiative aimed at promoting social cohesion and countering hate speech and polarization during an event held in Omdurman under the patronage of transitional sovereign council member Salah Adam Tour.
The participants stressed that the initiative, which is entitled “Social communication and enhancing knowledge of the heritage and civilizations of Sudan”, seeks to support the values of coexistence and rapprochement between the components of Sudanese society in light of the challenges facing the country.
Prince Abdul Rahman al-Sadiq al-Mahdi said that the initiative intersects with efforts to strengthen national unity and community cohesion, pointing to the importance of overcoming divisions and building an inclusive discourse.
For his part, the governor of South Darfur, Bashir Mursal, announced the start of the executive programs of the initiative from the northern state, in a move he said reflects the historical links between the different regions of Sudan, and supports efforts to combat racism and consolidate peaceful coexistence.
The Secretary-General of the initiative, Dr. Tariq Abdullah, explained that the field activities will include programs to support the centers of shelter for the displaced and alleviate the humanitarian burden, in addition to organizing cultural and intellectual events to promote community dialogue.
The initiative also revealed plans to organize visits to a number of states in the country, including eastern Sudan, as well as the implementation of symbolic projects that strengthen national ties and celebrate Sudanese cultural diversity.