October 2024 · KAIPTC, Accra
MPSI Convenes Landmark Dialogue on Media and Security Ahead of Ghana's 2024 Elections
Ghana's most senior security and media leaders gather to address the media's role in electoral peace.
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News and Resources
The Knowledge Hub is the Initiative's resource centre for research, reports, policy-oriented analysis and practical materials on media, peace and security. Stay informed about MPSI's work — from dialogue reports and training updates to research publications and press coverage. Everything we produce is designed to be shared, used, and built upon.
01 · Latest News
News from the Initiative
October 2024
KAIPTC and KCC Sign MOU to Advance Media, Peace and Security Initiative
A formal Memorandum of Understanding establishes MPSI as the joint institutional framework.
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Research at KAIPTC Reveals Structural Gap in Ghana's Peace and Security Architecture
New research on the role of media in conflict resolution identifies the absence of peace journalism training.
Read more02 · Research
The Role of Media in Conflict Resolution: The Case of Dagbon
It brings together original research, documentation from stakeholder engagements and resources designed to inform professional practice, institutional decision-making and further discussion.
This research examines the relationship between media and conflict resolution through the case of the Dagbon conflict and peace process. It considers how media coverage can influence conflict narratives, public understanding and the wider peace process.
The research provided the intellectual foundation for the subsequent development of the Media Security Dialogue.
Researcher
Princess Sekyere-Bih
Full research forthcoming.
03 · Reports
Dialogue reports
This section provides documented records of the Initiative's dialogues and related engagements, preserving key discussions, expert contributions, observations and recommendations for future reference.
Dialogue report
Media Security Dialogue on Violence — 2020
Date:
Report forthcoming.
Dialogue report
Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Media and Security — 2024
Date:
Theme: Safeguarding Peace Before, During and After Elections 2024; The Role of the Media and Security Actors.
Report forthcoming.
04 · Policy Briefs
Policy Briefs
Policy briefs translate research findings, stakeholder discussions and emerging issues into concise, accessible analysis for decision-makers, practitioners and other interested audiences.
The section will feature briefs addressing specific challenges and opportunities within the media, peace and security space.
Policy briefs forthcoming.
05 · Toolkits & Practical Resources
Toolkits & Practical Resources
The Initiative develops practical resources to help media, security and peacebuilding professionals navigate challenges related to conflict-sensitive reporting, information verification, misinformation, media ethics, crisis communication, journalist safety and digital security.
The resources are designed to translate knowledge and lessons from the Initiative's work into practical guidance for professional use.
Toolkits and practical resources forthcoming.
06 · Communiqués
Communiqués & Key Outputs
This section will document formal statements, agreed observations, recommendations and other key outputs arising from the Initiative's dialogues and stakeholder engagements.
These materials provide a concise record of issues discussed and areas identified for further attention or action.
Communiqués and key outputs forthcoming.
07 · Downloads
Resource Downloads
Everything we produce is designed to be shared, used and built upon. The following materials are being prepared for release — each will be available as a downloadable PDF.
Downloadable PDF
2024 Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue Report
Full proceedings, commitments, and recommendations from the October 2024 Dialogue on Media, Peace and Security.
PDF forthcoming.
Downloadable PDF
2020 Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue Report
Proceedings and outcomes from the inaugural Dialogue convened ahead of Ghana's 2020 elections.
PDF forthcoming.
Downloadable PDF
Conflict-Sensitive Reporting Toolkit
A Ghana-specific practical guide for journalists covering conflict, elections, and security issues.
PDF forthcoming.
Downloadable PDF
MPSI Programme Brief
A two-page overview of the Media, Peace and Security Initiative for partners and funders.
PDF forthcoming.
08 · Media Coverage
In the Press
This section gathers press clippings, broadcast coverage and social media highlights from the 2024 Dialogue and the Initiative's wider programme activities.
Media coverage forthcoming.
09 · Photo Gallery
Moments from the Initiative
A visual record of the 2020 and 2024 Dialogues, training sessions and partner engagements.
Photos from the 2024 Dialogue are now on the Gallery page.
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