Women Peace and Security Program
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A Message From Women Activists Across Africa
In a recent workshop, grassroots women peacebuilders said they are being left out of critical decision-making discussions, and that the media isn’t sharing their stories.
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Participatory Practices for Sustaining Everyday Peace
Understanding security and peace only in terms of war and conflict no longer reflects the challenges of our time.
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Virtual Workshop Convenes Women Peacebuilders Paving the Way to a Post-Pandemic Future
This spring, feminist activists from 13 countries gathered online to exchange expertise and envision a more just and equitable future after COVID.
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Why International Women’s Day Is Still Relevant in 2021
Gender equality is an essential ingredient in building a fair and sustainable world. Today we’re publishing stories that honor the accomplishments of many of our women colleagues.
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In Virtual Exchange, Women Organizers Share Challenges and Successes From COVID Frontlines
Throughout the spring, grassroots women peacebuilders will meet online to discuss how they’re helping to build resilience in their communities.
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How African Feminists Are Sustaining Peace in a Pandemic
Women grassroots activists share their strategies.
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Graduate Student Internship Available With the Women, Peace and Security Program
This is a virtual, paid graduate-level internship that will run from July through September 2020. Apply by June 8.
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Lessons from African Feminists Mobilizing Against COVID-19
Grassroots activists share their strategies on caring for oneself and one another, and on building societies grounded in solidarity and equity.
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Uma Óptica de Género É Essencial Para Sustentar a Paz: Evidências de Moçambique
Um novo relatório revela a importância de um entendimento amplo de ‘paz e segurança’ para explicar a insegurança enfrentada por mulheres e raparigas moçambicanas em suas vidas quotidianas.
COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
