President Donald Trump's Minerals and Peace Deal in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): Congolese Women Leaders Raise Concerns
Jun 12 2025
WHEN:
Jun 12, 2025 at 1:00pm
WHERE:
Zenger Room
CONTACT INFO:
Maurice Carney
MORE INFO:
News Conference
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by The National Press Club. Inquiries should be directed to the contact above.
Justine Masika Bihamba (Synergie des Femmes), Anny Modi (Afia Mama), Elodie W’Igulu Ntamuzinda (Dignite Humaine), and Fazila Kambesa (Congolese Women Fund) have arrived in Washington, DC, from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to voice the concerns of Congolese civil society regarding the Trump Administration’s proposed minerals-for-security deal with the Congolese government. These women leaders will brief the press on the need for an inclusive, transparent, and justice-focused approach to peace and resource management in the DRC amid escalating conflict and displacement.