HALI BA DAME (HABADA), on October 24, 2025, HABADA conducted a Community Security Training for the Village Council members in Batara Village, Laclubar Sub-District, Manatuto Municipality.
This activity mainly targeted members of the Village Council, youth, Students and community members. In addition, HABADA involved administrative authorities, municipal authorities, and the PNTL Administration municipal commander and Laclubar PNTL Station Commander.
The objectives of this Community Security Training were:
General Objective:
To strengthen community security in priority municipalities through inclusive training, promoting a safe and collaborative environment that fosters peace and local stability.
Specific Objectives:
1). Establish a community security system:
- Implement local networks through village and hamlet authorities to identify risks and threats to community security.
- Produce regular reports to inform national policies and strategic interventions.
2). Strengthen the capacity of local leaders and communities in conflict prevention:
- Train community leaders, including youth and women, in conflict resolution.
- Conduct practical training on identifying threats and developing mitigation strategies.
3). Create mechanisms for cooperation between communities, PNTL, and local authorities:
- Facilitate regular dialogue between communities and security forces to build mutual trust.
- Develop clear protocols for joint responses to security incidents.
This program is supported by the Civil Society Support Office (Gabinete de Apoio à Sociedade Civil -Gabinete de Apoio à Sociedade Civil – GASC IX Governo)