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Women, Peace and Security

Established international norms and standards promote the protection of women during armed conflict and their participation in peace and security decision-making. The UN Security Council resolution 1325 on women, peace and security (UNSCR 1325) is one of the critical tools for moving the gender equality agenda forward in conflict and postconflict situations.

Breaking the cycle of crisis: Women leading Peacebuilding and conflict resolution.

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April 4, 2025

Breaking the cycle of crisis: Women leading Peacebuilding and conflict resolution.

In a world of rising inequalities and immense challenges, 25 years of the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, established through United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, along with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, ad

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In a world of rising inequalities and immense challenges, 25 years of the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, established through United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, along with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, ad

Dr. Mahrang Baloch addressing a large gathering of men and women.
Women, men and children in Panjgur being addressed by Dr Mahrang Baloch on August 10, 2024
March 24, 2025
THE WOMEN OF THE BALOCH SPRING

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CMI – Martti Ahtisaari Peace Foundation
January 20, 2025
Carving a space for women in Yemeni politics

Ten years of war have severely weakened political life, undermining its role as a peaceful foundation for society in Yemen.

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Sudanese Women’s Participation in Ongoing Peace Processes

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December 20, 2024

Sudanese Women’s Participation in Ongoing Peace Processes

International IDEA organized in August 2024, in Kampala, Uganda, a roundtable with the Adeela Foundation to discuss and evaluate the role of Sudanese women in peace and ending war initiatives.

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International IDEA organized in August 2024, in Kampala, Uganda, a roundtable with the Adeela Foundation to discuss and evaluate the role of Sudanese women in peace and ending war initiatives.

UN Women
October 28, 2024
In the Ukraine war, women are on the front lines and leading recovery
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UN Women
October 28, 2024
Women’s voices rising without fear: our goal and challenge for peace and security

Today, we commemorate the United Nations Day. We are reminded of the UN's noble mission to promote peace, human rights and development for all.

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Forbes
September 24, 2024
The (Few) Women Leaders To Watch At This Year’s UN General Assembly

As global instability mounts, the stakes are high for the 79th United Nations General Assembly high-level debate, which begins Tuesday in New York City.

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Peace, Justice, and Inclusive Institutions for a Sustainable Future for All - 25 September

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Peace, Justice, and Inclusive Institutions for a Sustainable Future for All - 25 September

This high-level side-event during the high-level week of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) aims to invigorate global efforts towards SDG16+, encouraging innovati

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Sudan Tribune
September 9, 2024
Women leaders call for inclusive South Sudan peace initiative

September 4, 2024 (JUBA) – The Tumaini Initiative and its mediators should adopt an inclusive, transparent, and people-centered mediation process, women leaders resolved during a round table discussion. 

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