Women's representation and participation, and the inclusion of gender perspective and issues in Peace Processes, are cornerstones of a women, peace and security-centered agenda. Women's Civil Society also plays a critical role in organizing and advocating for Peace and Peace Processes.


Relevant clauses in SCR 1325 (2000)
OP2, OP8, OP16

Relevant clauses in SCR 1820 (2008)
OP12

'Urges the Secretary-General and his Special Envoys to invite women to
participate in discussions pertinent to the prevention and resolution of conflict, the
maintenance of peace and security, and post-conflict peacebuilding, and encourages
all parties to such talks to facilitate the equal and full participation of women at
decision-making levels'

Relevant clauses in SCR 1888 (2009)
OP16, OP17

Relevant clauses in SCR 1889 (2009)
OP1

Source: UN Photo

NGOWG Checklist on Women's Participation and Gender Perspectives in Security Council Resolutions:
Key things to look for, in Security Council resolutions, on the issue of peacekeeping include:

  • Does the resolution call for the equal and active participation of women in peace negotiations as well as in the drafting and implementation of peace agreements?

  • Does the resolution call on all actors to integrate a gender perspective when negotiating a peace agreement?