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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.

February 1, 2016
Women promote peace in Burundi

February 1, 2016
Afghan women fight for bigger voice in peace process

According to Human Rights Watch, Afghan women have been denied participation in the last 20 rounds of official peace negotiations.