Roundtables & Keynotes
The Future of Iran’s Democracy Movement
On March 10, the Iranian democracy movement’s diaspora leaders published a joint charter, named the “Mahsa Charter,” which called for the “isolation of the Islamic government internationally” and listed the leaders’ common values for a democratic Iran. Download the full
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2022 Hillary Rodham Clinton Awards
Secretary Hillary Clinton urged the global community to hold perpetrators of sexual violence in conflicts accountable and honored Ukrainian women fighting for democracy, defending human rights, and seeking justice for crimes against humanity at the 2022 Hillary Rodham Clinton Awards,
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Climate Security & Agriculture: Strategies for Inclusive Adaptation
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuCynEEA7co&list=PLM2nmulYUUvlCXK1DzduxaS2w3WwumpbG&index=17[/embed] Women represent a large share of the world’s agricultural workers and face disproportionate climate impacts. But they are also at the forefront of climate change adaptation efforts and must be centered in solutions. GIWPS was proud to co-host an
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Women in Charge: A Conversation with Diane von Fürstenberg
[embed]https://youtu.be/6qhUoqRqnsI[/embed] Women's rights are under attack around the world. And women are rising up. From Iran to Afghanistan to Ukraine, women are leading protests, defending democracy, and ensuring a safe and just world for all. Renowned designer and philanthropist Diane
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[embed]https://youtu.be/vUeQ1yj2MvY[/embed] Once again, Iranian women are risking everything for their rights and leading the charge for change despite continued attacks. It is critical the world understands their bravery and the gravity of the moment. Leading advocates reflect on women's role
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A Critical Moment for Burma
On the sidelines of the 2022 United Nations Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security, the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security hosted an urgent conversation on advancing international action in response to the crisis in Myanmar. Leading Burmese
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Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and WPS
This event launched a new GIWPS climate report, "Inclusive Adaptation: A Benefit Multiplier for Climate Action and Women, Peace and Security." GIWPS experts highlighted key findings from the report and demonstrated how meaningful inclusion of women in local-level climate adaptation
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Islam and Women’s Rights in Afghanistan: Launching the Islam and Negotiation Action Guide for Muslim Women
Afghan women leaders and leading Muslim academics share their views on how Islamic tradition offers a framework to build equitable institutions that respect human rights as well as women’s rights. [embed]https://youtu.be/dPYu4fPDmYo[/embed] This event launches the Islam and Negotiation Action Guide
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Engaging Afghan Women & Civil Society in U.S. Policymaking: The Launch of the U.S.-Afghan Consultative Mechanism
Thursday, June 28 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm EDT Click here to register Join the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security, USIP, the Atlantic Council, the Sisterhood is Global Institute, and the U.S Department of State for the official
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Holding The Taliban Accountable: Utilizing International Leverage to Stop Rights Abuses
On the sidelines of the 50th session of the UN Human Rights Council, the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security hosted an expert discussion on June 13, 2022 focused on identifying the most effective sources of international leverage against
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