Participation

The Participation theme focuses on women’s representation and participation in peace processes, electoral process – as both the candidate and voter – UN decision-making positions, and in the broader social-political sphere.

The Security Council acknowledges the need for strategies to increase women’s participation in all UN missions and appointments to high-level positions in SCR 1325(OP3) and 1889(OP4) and further emphasises the need for women’s participation in peacebuilding processes (1889). 

Specifically, it calls for the mobilisation of resources for advancing gender equality and empowering women (OP14), reporting on the progress of women’s participation in UN missions (OP18), equal access to education for women and girls in post-conflict societies (OP11), and the increase of women’s participation in political and economic decision-making (OP15). Until this language translates into action, the potential for women’s full and equal contribution to international peace and security will remain unrealized.

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iKNOW Politics

The International Knowledge Network of Women in Politics (iKNOW Politics) is an online workspace designed to serve the needs of elected officials, candidates, political party leaders and members, researchers, students and other practitioners interested in advancing women in politics.

The goal of iKNOW Politics is to increase the participation and effectiveness of women in political life by utilizing a technology-enabled forum.

Peace and Security Fellowships for African Women 2010/2011

The Conflict, Security and Development Group (CSDG) at King's College London together with the Africa Leadership Centre (ALC), is pleased to announce a call for applications for the Peace and Security Fellowships for African Women for 2010/2011. These Fellowships are intellectual and financial awards for personal, professional and academic achievements, as well as the recognition of future potential.

US Congressional Hearing on SCR 1325, Washington DC

On May 15, the first congressional hearing on Security Council Resolution 1325 was organized by the House Subcommittee on International Organizations, Human Rights, and Oversight.

This public hearing aimed at exploring women's contributions to peacebuilding and reconstruction in key conflict and post-conflict environments, specifically Afghanistan, Sudan, and Uganda.

Women All Over Europe Call for Peace and Justice and Call for a Halt to Militarisation

The European Women's Lobby (EWL) expresses its great concern about the suffering and damage caused to the civilian population, including women, children and elderly, in the recent hostilities in Georgia and welcomes the ceasefire agreement negotiated by the EU.


Beijing at 15 Online Discussions on the Critical Areas of Concern

The Inter-Agency Network on Women and Gender Equality (IANWGE) invites you to participate in online discussions on the Critical Areas of Concern as a contribution to the 15-year review of the implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action at the 54th session of the Commission on the Status of Women from 1-12 March 2010.

Online discussion on Gender Equality, Education and Training

UNESCO is organizing an online discussion on Gender Equality, Education and Training as part of the 15-year review of the Beijing Platform for Action. Each week, the interactive forum will explore and analyze emerging developments, challenges and policy issues related to this important area of gender equality. Participation is welcome from all individuals, networks and organizations interested in this critical area of concern.

Zimbabwe Women's Voices Blog: Perspectives on the Constitution Reform Process

This blog is aimed at providing Zimbabwean women, local and abroad, a ‘space' to voice their perspectives on the constitutional reform process between now and November 2009 when the public consultations are scheduled to be completed.

Women's Month in South Africa

August has been set aside as Women's Month to celebrate and commemorate the contribution of women to the struggle for freedom in South Africa and the progress that has been made with regard to their empowerment.

The South African 50/50 by 2005 Campaign

The South African 50/50 by 2005 campaign was launched by GAP to achieve an equal representation of women in government, legislatures and political parties by the year 2005. The timing of the campaign could not be more favourable, as South Africa is heading for its third democratic general election in 2004 and local government elections in 2005.

Namibian Women and Democracy: The 50/50 Campaign

The Women's Environmental and Development Organisation is spearheading a local grassroots campaign to strengthen the role of Namibian women in government and society.

The Gender and Governance Program seeks women's full and equal access to all areas and all levels of public life, working toward gender balance in terms of participation and representation, especially in governmental decision-making positions.

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