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With the internet down, this analog network became our firm-to-site communication system
and after four months, the fuel station was completed without a single safety incident. Today,
as the conflict still continues in our region, the gas station fuels over 10 ambulances,
minibuses, and multiple clinics. More importantly, the model is replicated in over 12
infrastructure projects across West Gojjam, where we have learned a few key lessons:

 The model, while efficient, needs to be paired with other emergency protocols, since
the driver's networks mostly fail to predict covert attacks carried out by a small number
of commandos.
 In almost all sites, getting the rebel's buy-in was a must since the towns were
controlled by the militants.
 It is vital to carry the private construction firm's licenses and to show proof of no
affiliation with any governmental agencies or personnel.
 It is also important to pre-store 80-100% of construction materials in safer times so
that construction can continue uninterrupted during conflict flares outside of the
construction zones.

Quiet blueprint of peace

Not every peacebuilder needs to be a diplomat, negotiator, or scholar. Some of us are just
architects, drivers, and nurses trying to restore dignity and trust. The DangerScout model is
peacebuilding in action, a subtle weaving of local knowledge, economic inclusion, and
shared risk. In conflict zones, every liter of fuel and mile of road becomes a quiet peace
process, enabling healthcare workers to save lives and reach those in need.

I invite you to share your own experiences of tapping into unexpected community networks
and post your thoughts below. If this story resonated with you, please consider sharing it with
your Rotary club or social media so we can continue highlighting how community-led
infrastructure can lay the foundations of peace.

About the author: Jaefer Jemal Muhammed is a project manager and architect based in
Ethiopia with over eight years of experience managing infrastructure projects, including
those in conflict-affected regions.

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