Policy Brief
Elevating the Role of Pakistani Women in Moderating Extremism
Recognizing their role as critical resources for stability, women leaders from across Pakistan formed Amn-o-Nisa, a diverse coalition dedicated to collectively moderating extremism, in 2011. Drawing on their extensive experiences, 12 Amn-o-Nisa delegates drafted these recommendations for advancing women’s inclusion in US counterterrorism efforts and increasing US engagement with a key ally in Pakistan—women peacebuilders.
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An Inclusive Peace Process for the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
The long-standing structure for negotiations within the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has involved a limited number of high-level officials. Civil society actors, who are often among the most committed to ending the conflict, have thus been unable to share their perspectives on the core issues and help build societal support for the outcomes. Given the ongoing conflict […]
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Palestinian Women’s Recommendations for Implementing UNSCRs 1325 and 1889
In February 2012, Palestinian women government and civil society leaders met to review and update recommendations for implementing UNSCRs 1325 and 1889 in their country, which were first developed at a workshop convened by The Institute for Inclusive Security and MIFTAH in 2010. These recommendations are grounded in the group’s stated principle that Palestinian women […]
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10 Actions for the First 150 Days of the US National Action Plan
Drawing upon its combined breadth of knowledge and expertise, the U.S. Civil Society Working Group proposes the following recommended actions be prioritized in the first 150 days following the December 19, 2011 launch of the U.S. NAP. These recommendations are organized according to the U.S. NAP’s five pillars, and highlight the importance of regular consultations […]
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South Sudan International Engagement Conference and Gender Symposium
In December 2011, women civil society activists gathered in Washington, DC, for the South Sudan International Engagement Conference and Gender Symposium. In line with the South Sudan Development plan, the women defined their priorities for the future of their country’s peace and development. These recommendations are guided by five overarching themes discussed at the International […]
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U.S. Civil Society Working Group Expert Statement for the U.S. National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
This statement and its recommendations were compiled by the U.S. Civil Society Working Group on Women, Peace and Security. In publishing this statement the Working Group aims to assist the U.S. Government turn declaratory policy into action and engender effective outcomes that bring peace, security and dignity to the lives of women and men in […]
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Recommendations of Amn–o–Nisa: The Pakistan Women’s Coalition Against Extremism
The policy community in Pakistan must acknowledge and address violent extremism in the country and enhance women’s ongoing efforts to build social cohesion in communities across the nation. Drawing on members’ diverse experiences, Amn-o-Nisa proposes these recommendations for moderating violent extremism and promoting social harmony in Pakistan.
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Summary of UN Security Council Resolutions on Women, Peace, and Security
Despite five separate UNSCRs on women, peace, and security, and the dedicated efforts of international agencies, civil society actors, and governments, courageous women peace builders still face legal, cultural and traditional discrimination. This guide is designed to help advocates efficiently leverage UNSCRs 1325, 1889, 1820, 1888, and 1960.
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Leveraging Women’s Community Leadership: A Model for Outreach in Urban Refugee Populations
Assisting urban refugees presents unique challenges. As the proportion of refugees in urban areas continues to grow, it becomes increasingly important to identify successful models for reaching out across cities. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees’ office in Syria has developed an innovative approach to extending its reach across Damascus. This publication explains how UNHCR […]
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Across Conflict Lines: Women Mediating for Peace
Women remain largely absent from high-level international peace negotiations around the globe, particularly as mediators and facilitators of formal processes. This document summarizes findings from The Institute for Inclusive Security’s 12th Annual Colloquium, which brought together 21 female mediation experts from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. It outlines the unique contributions […]
