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CONFLICT REDUCTION
Conflict Reduced in Mindanao and Other Areas Vulnerable to Violence
Conflict in the Philippines is jeopardizing the country's economic and social development and represents an important threat to regional security. The long-standing conflict in Mindanao has roots in the historical poverty and discrimination experienced by Muslims in Mindanao and the nearby Sulu Archipelago. Perceived historical neglect and discrimination against Muslims have contributed to feelings of resentment and alienation from the nation as a whole.
The task of USAID/Philippines new Conflict Program is to deliver a program of activities that will help reduce conflict and alleviate its aftermath in Mindanao with the option of implementing activities in conflict-affected areas (CAAs) outside Mindanao as appropriate. Currently, USAID's activities under this program seek to help consolidate peace in Mindanao through: