The women, peace and security agenda is at the heart of Canada’s Feminist Foreign Policy, which includes the Feminist International Assistance Policy and Defence Policy. More inclusive, gender-equal and peaceful societies are possible, when women participate in: Our commitment to the global women, peace and security agendaĬanada knows that sustainable peace is only possible when women are fully involved in the resolution of conflict, and peace and security efforts. Yet, conflict resolution processes frequently exclude women. Women often address the root causes of a conflict and increase community buy-in. They often act as agents of peace, leading movements that eventually bring the warring parties to the negotiation table. Their economic and social responsibilities may increase in times of war. They are most vulnerable to conflict-related sexual violence.Īt the same time, women and girls play a key role in preserving their communities. Displaced women and refugees are especially vulnerable. Women and girls around the world face discrimination based on their gender. Armed conflict affects women, men, girls, and boys in different ways.
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