For over a century, strong women’s movements have advocated for peace, disarmament, and humanitarian action. This activism has been crucial in shaping global gender equality policies. 30 years after the 1995 Beijing Declaration and 25 years after UNSCR 1325, women’s movements remain a critical force for advancing gender equality and peace. While the pivotal role of women in peace and security is recognised globally, existing women, peace and security (WPS) policies and international frameworks have been inconsistently implemented, particularly in conflict-affected areas.
The WPS agenda faces the looming threat of being sidelined in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape. Ultra-conservative and populist governments have rolled back commitments to human rights and gender equality specifically, leveraging disinformation, conservative social norms and faith narratives to support their cause. Taking account of this urgent point in history, let’s come together as WILPF UK members to understand more about the history of the WPS agenda – and what we can do to ensure it stays relevant and responds to the challenges we now face.
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