The role of women in peace diplomacy: advancement and challenges

Authors

  • Natalya I. Drozd Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliežnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

Keywords:

peace diplomacy, negotiations, peace settlement, conflict resolution, UN, UNSCR 1325, women, peace and security agenda, peacebuilding, national action plan, security sector

Abstract

We consider the role of women in strengthening of international peace and security. Specifically, we examine how this role has evolved in history and is performed at present. There is abundant evidence to show that a gender-inclusive and well-integrated peace process increases the probability of lasting peace. In light of this evidence, we present an argument for more extensive involvement of women in peace diplomacy as politicians and diplomats.

Author Biography

  • Natalya I. Drozd, Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliežnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

    PhD (philology), docent; professor at the department of international relations, faculty of international relations, Ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus

References

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  2. Avonius L, Jaarva MM, Schmidt U, Wohl T. Inclusion of women and effective peace processes: a toolkit [Internet; cited 2022 August 30]. Available from: https://www.osce.org/secretariat/440735.

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Published

2022-12-16

Issue

No. 2 (2022): Journal of the Belarusian State University. International Relations

Section

International Relations

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How to Cite

[1]
Drozd, N.I. 2022. The role of women in peace diplomacy: advancement and challenges . Journal of the Belarusian State University. International Relations. 2 (Dec. 2022), 3–7. DOI:https://doi.org/10.33581/2521-6848-2022-2-3-7.