In the first of a three part series, Marissa Young reflects on the May 17-29 Olmsted-Fulbright field study to Israel by highlighting the importance of using a gendered lens in conflict studies and peace building.
Tag: Women
Two Months of Firsts for Women in the US Military
Grace Lee discusses recent milestones for women in the US military.
The G7 and Gender Equality: Ise-Shima Edition
Sophie Barnett discusses G7 leaders’ performance on gender equality at the recent Ise-Shima Summit in Japan
Changing the Face of War in Russia: Women in the Russian Armed Forces
In the wake of a historic change in Russia’s Victory Day Parade, Marissa Young reflects on the history and current condition of women in the Russian armed forces.
Unveiling a new-Jihadism: How Women are Combatting ISIL
Jihadism vs. Female Fighter? Marissa Young discusses the effect of independently organized militant women’s groups on ISIL.
Making the Journey: Female Migrants Facing Violence on Their Way to Europe
Seema Kawar explores the dangers faced by women and girl migrants and refugees along every step of their journey to Europe.
India’s Military to Open All Combat Roles to Women
Eimi Harris describes India’s commitment to open combat roles to women in the Indian military and the impact this could have on military culture.
Syrian Peace Talks: Put Women at the Negotiating Table
Eimi Harris speaks to the benefits around the direct involvement of women in peace discussions, and the steps taken to date to include them.
Afghan women call for greater involvement in peace talks
Eimi Harris discusses efforts by women in Afghanistan to play a role in continued peace talks and why the Afghan government should act on its commitment to include women in the negotiations.
Catching up with the times: U.S. Lifts gender-based restrictions on military service
Julie-Anne Labonte looks at how the role of women in the US military has developed.