named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Cross-Border Peacebuilding Workshops
Conducts peacebuilding workshops in conflict-prone areas such as the Kenya-Ethiopia border (Ilemi Triangle), targeting local leaders and strengthening cross-border cooperation.
Master of Arts in Peace, Conflict, and Security Studies
Academic program under development in partnership with Tangaza University to train professionals in conflict transformation and reconciliation, integrating digital tools and ethical frameworks.
Warrior Engagement Program
Trains warriors—key actors in inter-ethnic conflicts—in conflict transformation and peacebuilding to foster sustainable coexistence in northern Kenya.
Women’s Project
Community engagement initiative addressing violence against women and children in Nairobi’s informal settlements, focusing on structural and manifest violence.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Conflict Mediation & Resolution Services 2 activities
- Conducts conflict transformation and peacebuilding training workshopsTrains peace actors, community leaders, youth, women, and security personnel in conflict analysis, mediation, and peacebuilding techniques. The organization has conducted over 1,296 workshops in 36 conflict-affected locations, equipping more than 39,000 individuals with peacebuilding skills.
- Operates conflict transformation and peacebuilding programs in Eastern and Central AfricaImplements grassroots peacebuilding interventions, conflict mediation forums, and reconciliation initiatives in conflict-affected regions including Northern Kenya, South Sudan, and the Ilemi Triangle. The organization works with communities, religious institutions, and local leaders to address root causes of inter-ethnic and interreligious conflict and promote sustained peace.
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Women's Leadership & Peace Network Building 1 activity
- Builds capacity of women and youth in conflict prevention and human trafficking awarenessTrains women and youth from urban informal settlements in conflict transformation, leadership, and skills to prevent human and organ trafficking. Over 34,000 community leaders, including women, have been trained as influential opinion shapers in peacebuilding efforts.
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Conflict and Geopolitical Research Analysis 1 activity
- Conducts research and evaluation on conflict dynamics and peacebuilding methodologiesEngages in research on pastoralist conflicts in Northern Kenya and has undergone independent evaluation of its peacebuilding methodologies by Misean Cara. Research findings are shared with academic institutions in the U.S. and other international bodies.
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Human Rights & Peace Education Curriculum 1 activity
- Delivers peace education and school-based peacebuilding programsConducts peace education curricula, supports School Peace Clubs in Kenya and other conflict-affected areas, and trains teachers and students in conflict transformation. The organization has established 59 School Peace Clubs reaching over 168,000 pupils and delivered peace education to more than 18,500 students in violent conflict zones.
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International Student Recruitment & Academic Partnerships 1 activity
- Establishes and manages formal research and institutional partnershipsForms strategic partnerships through Memoranda of Understanding with academic and regional institutions including the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute, Edward M. Kennedy Institute, and IGAD to advance peacebuilding research and programming.
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School Infrastructure Development 1 activity
- Provides infrastructure and development support to educational institutionsCompletes school development projects including construction, expansion, solar electrification, and provision of learning materials and sanitation resources. The organization has completed 802 projects across 452 institutions, benefiting over 249,000 pupils, over half of whom are girls.
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International Emergency Medical Relief 1 activity
- Supplies medical equipment and emergency support to health and educational centersProvides vital medical equipment to 37 health and medical centers in marginalized and conflict-affected areas of Northern Kenya and South Sudan. Also delivered Covid-19 training and essential supplies to health workers, educational centers, and orphanages in impoverished communities.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocates for peacebuilding at international and regional levelsHolds UN accreditation and is recognized by international bodies including the EU, IGAD, and Vatican–AMECEA for contributions to conflict transformation. Participates in regional forums and delivers expert lectures at academic institutions worldwide.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.62M
Contributions & grants$1.55M96%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$73K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$636K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$65K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.63M
Cash$6.63M
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$6.63M
Liquid reserves125.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +31.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| FR PATRICK DEVINE | Director | 0 | $60K |
board members · 4
- FR OLIVER NOONAN — Director
- JAMES MCCARNEY — Director
- JOSEPH J POLLACI — Director
- MARK A POLLACI — Director
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) Partner — Invited Shalom-SCCRR to facilitate a regional forum on religious ideological extremism in Eastern Africa.
- Clinton Global Initiative Partner — Representative Danica MacAvoy attended a Shalom reception in New York.
- DePaul University Chicago Network — Received research publications and hosted lectures by Shalom-SCCRR leadership.
- Edward M Kennedy Institute for Conflict Intervention Partner — Collaborates on research in conflict intervention through a Memorandum of Understanding.
- Edward M. Kennedy Institute for Conflict Intervention Partner — Collaborates on peacebuilding research and practice through a formal Memorandum of Understanding.
- Fordham University Network — Hosted lectures and received research publications from Shalom-SCCRR leadership.
- Harvard Law School Partner — Co-sponsored an event featuring Fr. Patrick Devine.
- Harvard Law and Kennedy School Network — Hosted lectures by Shalom-SCCRR’s International Chairman on conflict transformation and peacebuilding.
- Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Partner — Endorsed and collaborates with Shalom-SCCRR in peacebuilding efforts across Eastern Africa.
- Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Government — Primary regional focus for operations in Eastern Africa; recognized partner context for peacebuilding initiatives.
- Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Government — Works in IGAD member countries and informs IGAD policy practices through empirical research
- Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Partner — Formal partnership established through two signed Memoranda of Understanding; collaborates on regional peacebuilding and conflict transformation initiatives in Eastern Africa.
- Invennt Partner — Provides support and spotlight to Shalom-SCCRR’s transformative work in Eastern Africa.
- Kiboro Comprehensive School Partner — Partner school in Mathare where Shalom-SCCRR implements peace education programs and supports school development projects.
- Mathari Mixed Senior School Partner — Partner school in Mathare where Shalom-SCCRR conducts peace education training and needs assessments to strengthen peacebuilding capacity.
- Misean Cara Funder — Conducted an independent evaluation of Shalom’s peacebuilding methodologies; affiliated with Irish Aid.
- Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations Partner — Invited Rev. Dr. Patrick Devine to attend a diplomatic farewell ceremony and engage in discussions on peacebuilding.
- Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School Partner — Co-sponsored an event featuring Fr. Patrick Devine.
- Rev. Dr. Patrick Devine Government — International Chairman of Shalom-SCCRR, representing leadership and donor engagement.
- Rev. Dr. Patrick Devine Partner — Founder and International Chairman of Shalom-SCCRR, providing leadership and strategic direction.
- Senator George Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice Partner — Partners through a Memorandum of Understanding to share research on peacebuilding theory and practice.
- Shalom Centre of Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation Partner — Primary beneficiary of fundraising and awareness-raising activities
- St. John’s University Network — Hosted lectures by Shalom-SCCRR’s International Chairman.
- Tangaza University Partner — Collaborating to develop a Master of Arts in Peace, Conflict, and Security Studies; joint curriculum development underway.
- Tangaza University College Partner — Supported Shalom-SCCRR’s UN accreditation application and collaborates in peacebuilding education.
- The Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice Partner — Collaborates on peacebuilding research and practice through a formal Memorandum of Understanding.
- United Nations Government — Representative Will Kennedy attended a Shalom reception in New York.
- United Nations (UN) Network — Recognized by the UN for contributions to conflict transformation and peacebuilding in Africa.
- United Nations Department of Global Communications Government — Accredited by the UN Department of Global Communications to participate in UN meetings and events.
- United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) Government — Recognized Shalom-SCCRR as a credible strategic partner and supported its accreditation with the United Nations Department of Public Information.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-led, bottom-up peacebuilding and reconciliationmethodology: community_led_peacebuildingBy empowering local communities to lead their own peacebuilding and reconciliation processes, the organization fosters ownership, trust, and culturally grounded solutions because externally imposed models fail to generate sustainable peace in marginalized or tribal contexts.
- Integrated systems for sustainable peacemethodology: integrated_peacebuilding_systemsBy combining humanitarian aid, education, and peacebuilding into unified, conflict-sensitive systems, the organization achieves lasting impact because isolated interventions cannot address the interconnected nature of violence, poverty, and instability.
- Integration of theory and practice in peace educationmethodology: theory_and_practice_integrationBy combining research-based theory with hands-on training and practical application, the organization strengthens the effectiveness of conflict transformation because neither theory nor practice alone leads to durable change.
- Multi-faith, cross-border collaboration for conflict transformationmethodology: multi_faith_collaborationBy leveraging shared spiritual values and collaborative design across diverse religious and international actors, the organization builds trust and strengthens reconciliation in inter-ethnic and interreligious conflicts because inclusive, values-based partnerships transcend sectarian divides.
- Root-cause transformation of conflict and povertymethodology: root_cause_transformationBy addressing the underlying structural causes of conflict and poverty—such as injustice, inequity, and systemic violence—rather than their symptoms, the organization produces sustainable peace and community resilience because superficial interventions fail in protracted conflict environments.