To understand and prevent violence, heal its effects and build sustainable peace locally, continentally and globally.

The Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) was initially launched in January 1989 under the name of the Project for the Study of Violence. The CSVR has since expanded to become a multi-disciplinary unit, engaging the services of sociologists, psychologists, criminologists, social workers, lawyers, educationalists, historians all under one roof. We contribute to the building of violence-free societies and the promotion of sustainable peace and reconciliation by means of research, advocacy and other interventions and through establishing strategic partnerships with organs of the state, NGOs, community organisations, individuals and international allies.

Criminal Justice Programme
Gender-based Violence
Peacebuilding
Transitional Justice
Trauma and Transition
Youth Violence Prevention