Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # WPS Helpdesk Women Peace and Security Helpdesk ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wpshelpdesk.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Gender-Climate Nexus in the Pacific](https://wpshelpdesk.org/gender-climate-nexus-in-the-pacific/) - The ongoing climate change crisis poses significant threats to the Pacific region, which is particularly susceptible due to its geographic and socio-economic vulnerabilities. The region is experiencing rising sea levels, increasing temperatures, and more frequent extreme weather events, all of which have profound impacts on the livelihoods, health, loss of biodiversity and security of Pacific - [The Evidence: Why take a gendered approach across work in fragile and conflict-affected contexts?](https://wpshelpdesk.org/the-evidence-why-take-a-gendered-approach-across-work-in-fragile-and-conflict-affected-contexts/) - This recent task report from the helpdesk lays out the evidence for taking a gendered approach to work in fragile and conflict-affected states. It is laid out in five headings, corresponding to the objectives of the current UK National Action Plan on WPS: decision-making; gender-based violence; humanitarian and crisis response; security and justice, including peacekeeping; - [Masculinities and Criminal Violence in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago](https://wpshelpdesk.org/masculinities-and-criminal-violence-in-jamaica-and-trinidad-and-tobago/) - This paper summarises and complements a recent research project in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago implemented by the Caribbean Male Action Network (CariMAN) titled ‘Masculinities and Criminal Violence: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Policy and Practice’ commissioned by the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The CariMAN study was based on a This paper summarises and complements a recent research project in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago implemented by the Caribbean Male Action Network (CariMAN) titled ‘Masculinities and Criminal Violence: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Policy and Practice’ commissioned by the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The CariMAN study was based on a - [Gender-responsive DDR and Community Stabilisation in Democratic Republic of Congo (French report)](https://wpshelpdesk.org/gender-responsive-ddr-and-community-stabilisation-in-democratic-republic-of-congo-french-report/) - Ojaswi Shah This report aims to inform future international support to community-based disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) and stabilisation support in eastern DRC that supports the women, peace and security agenda and incorporates gender equality. The report reviews lessons learned from support to the International Security and Stabilisation Support Strategy (I4S) and through lessons learned from gender-responsive - [Gender-Responsive Disarmament, Demobilisation, Reintegration and Stabilisation Support in the Democratic Republic of Congo](https://wpshelpdesk.org/gender-responsive-disarmament-demobilisation-reintegration-and-stabilisation-support-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/) - This report aims to inform future international support to community-based disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) and stabilisation support in eastern DRC that supports the women, peace and security agenda and incorporates gender equality. The report reviews lessons learned from support to the International Security and Stabilisation Support Strategy (I4S) and through lessons learned from gender-responsive - [New UK NAP 2023-2028 has now been launched](https://wpshelpdesk.org/evidence-for-the-new-uk-nap-2023-2028/) - The UK has launched its new Women, Peace and Security (WPS) National Action Plan (NAP) for 2023-2028. As part of this effort, the team have commissioned two tasks to the WPS Helpdesk. One of them is a consultation with WROs in three priority countries (Myanmar, Somalia and Afghanistan) and the other is an analysis of what priorities related to domestic affairs should feature in the new NAP. - [The UK, US and OSCE have launched their annual reports on WPS and gender-related progress during 2021](https://wpshelpdesk.org/market-monitoring-and-trade-analysis-in-darfur-a-guide-for-practitioners/) - These annual reports constitute an important measure in response to the ask from civil society to ensure transparency and accountability in integrating WPS and gender in policies and programmes. They also provide an opportunity for learning and improving. ## Pages - [Home](https://wpshelpdesk.org/) - Women, Peace and Security Helpdesk The helpdesk is an expert call-down facility that aims to provide flexible, responsive and easy-to-use technical advice and support on WPS and gender in security and conflict interventions, internationally and within the UK. 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It assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the Jordanian National Action Plan's implementing partners and examines how international donors can support and enhance their activities. It includes a global literature review to identify #This report focuses on the efforts of Jordanian CSOs with emphasis on women's organisations, in advancing the women, peace and security agenda. It assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the Jordanian National Action Plan's implementing partners and examines how international donors can support and enhance their activities. It includes a global literature review to identify - [GEDSI Analysis Kazakhstan](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gedsi-analysis-kazakhstan/) - The report undertakes a Gender Equality, Diversity and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) analysis of Kazakhstan, providing an in‑depth review of Kazakhstan’s socio‑political, economic, and security landscape through a gender and inclusion lens, examining issues such as gender‑based violence, political participation, women’s economic empowerment, LGBTQI+ rights, civic space restrictions, WPS (Women, Peace and Security), and climate‑related vulnerabilities. - [Women, Peace and Security - Biannual Trends Analysis Autumn 2025](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-peace-and-security-biannual-trends-analysis-autumn-2025/) - The rapidly changing global security environment presents a challenge when it comes to gender equality. This analysis presents a bird's eye view of global trends related to WPS, drawing on surveys with Helpdesk consortium partners, as well as their networks of in-country partner organisations alongside a literature review and trends mapping. The analysis identifies three - [Gender and Strategic Stability](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-and-strategic-stability/) - The United Kingdom's strategic environment is transforming due to rapid technological advancements, a more contested international landscape, and evolving threats, leading to a major overhaul of its defence and national security strategies. Taking a gendered approach to stability and security enhances operational effectiveness by improving foresight, sharpening risk analysis and strengthening resilience, however gender perspectives remain limited within strategic - [Gender Equality, Diversity and Social Inclusion & Biosecurity](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gedsi-biosecurity/) - This report builds a comprehensive evidence base on the relationship between gender and biosecurity to inform future UK programming. The report contains a literature review of Biosecurity policy area investigating existing and potential future inequalities. This draws together insights from existing literature, policy frameworks and practice to establish why biosecurity needs a gendered approach, exploring - [Women, Peace and Security Helpdesk in Review: Transnational Threats and Women, Peace and Security](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-peace-and-security-helpdesk-in-review-transnational-threats-and-women-peace-and-security/) - Over the past three and a half years, the WPS Helpdesk has undertaken 91 tasks in support of the UK’s WPS objectives and gender equality commitments. In particular, several tasks exploring the links between transnational threats and WPS provided important learning on how to align with the current national action plan on WPS and its - [Gender and Conflict Analysis of the Impact of the Russia-Ukraine War on Women and Girls](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-and-conflict-analysis-of-the-impact-of-the-russia-ukraine-war-on-women-and-girls/) - This report presents an overview of the impact of the war in Ukraine on women and girls. Drawing on existing analyses and original empirical research conducted for the task, the report presents key findings on the gendered effects of the war in a way that supports gender-sensitive policy making. Gender Climate and Security in Ukraine - [Summary: Synergising WPS and Climate Security objectives in UK Policy and Programming](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/summary-synergising-wps-and-climate-security-objectives-in-uk-policy-and-programming/) - With the UK developing its approach to climate security, there are opportunities for synergy with the UK's WPS policy and programming. This summary presents findings from participatory gender, climate, and conflict workshops in Fiji and Nigeria in 2024. Findings include: the complexity of climate security worsens an existing tendency towards 'silos'; a focus on technology - [Conflict Prevention, Women, Peace and Security and Feminist Perspectives](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/conflict-prevention-women-peace-and-security-and-feminist-perspectives/) - This briefing paper examines the intersection of feminism, conflict prevention, and the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda. It highlights the overlooked role of prevention within WPS, emphasising feminist approaches to addressing root causes of conflict. Despite progress in gendered conflict analysis, gaps remain in integrating WPS into mainstream prevention efforts. The paper concludes with - [Women in security decision-making](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-in-security-decision-making/) - This report highlights the value of gender diversity, in particular women's inclusion, for effective decision-making in defence and security contexts. Studies across various fields show that women’s participation often leads to more collaborative, less confrontational decision-making, reducing escalation in crisis situations. However, military culture and gender biases present barriers to fully integrating women’s voices and - [Gender equality, disability and social inclusion analysis in Brazil](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-disability-and-social-inclusion-analysis-in-brazil/) - Despite its international reputation as a peaceful nation, free from traditional armed conflicts, Brazil faces high rates of violence stemming from centuries of discrimination and oppression. Based on extensive research and data collection, this report addresses Brazil's gender dynamics by highlighting various forms of inequality. The analysis considers the opportunities and challenges present in Brazil's - [Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion in Colombia](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-disability-and-social-inclusion-in-colombia/) - The current context in Colombia is marked by political changes, coupled with heightened vulnerabilities due to renewed armed conflict and climate change. The administration of Gustavo Petro, who came into office in 2022, represents the country’s first left-wing presidency. Significant advances in the peace agenda include the highest budget allocation for the 2016 Peace Agreement - [Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion Analysis for Nicaragua](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-disability-and-socialinclusion-analysis-for-nicaragua/) - The thematic areas explored include disability rights, LGBTQI+ rights, Indigenous and Afro-descendant communities’ rights, educational attainment, sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender-based violence, child marriage, and women’s political and economic participation. In the context of democratic backsliding, authoritarian rule, political repression, and increasing international isolation under Nicaragua’s Sandinista National Liberation Front/ Daniel Ortega’s presidency, - [Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion in Haiti](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-disability-and-social-inclusion-in-haiti/) - The GEDSI analysis focuses on the impact of escalating gang violence in Haiti, particularly on women, girls, and vulnerable groups. It also highlights rising gender-based violence (GBV), sexual exploitation, and the struggles of displaced communities. Concerns are raised about the Kenyan-led police force due to past human rights abuses. Finally, the analysis emphasizes the pivotal - [Women’s Inclusion and Barriers to Participation in Armed Forces in Nigeria](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/womens-inclusion-and-barriers-to-participation-in-armed-forces-in-nigeria/) - This study provides a desk review of existing evidence and research to inform potential ISF support to the Nigerian security sector to enhance women’s participation and inclusion. This review focuses principally on the three services of the Armed Forces in Nigeria (AFN)—the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, and Nigerian Air Force. It also includes review of - [Beyond the Binary: Dynamics of Gender, Serious and Organised Crime and Artificial Intelligence](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/beyond-the-binary-dynamics-of-gender-serious-and-organised-crime-and-artificial-intelligence/) - The effect of new artificial intelligence (AI) developments, particularly generative AI, on serious and organised crime (SOC) have been significant over the last few years. Analysed with a gender lens, these effects can be nuanced and complex, ranging from changes in patterns of victimisation to new opportunities and pitfalls in crime prevention. Women’s participation in - [Funding for Women’s Rights Organisations in Humanitarian Crises](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/funding-for-womens-rights-organisations-in-humanitarian-crises/) - This report lays out the experiences of WROs/WLOs, and other organisations representing the most marginalised, in accessing humanitarian funding and decision-making to meet their context-specific needs in humanitarian crises. It identifies actionable short- and medium-term pathways to progress effective funding for key civil society actors composed of and led by marginalised communities. Women’s funds, private - [Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Indonesia](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-and-social-inclusion-in-indonesia/) - Indonesia, a medium-income country with the world's fourth largest population overall and the largest Muslim population, tends to be slightly below the global average on composite indexes. In spite of some advances, such as the new law on criminalising sexual violence, in recent years, there has been an increased backsliding on gender norms, women’s rights, - [Conflict-related sexual violence in Myanmar: barriers to and prospects for accessing international justice](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/conflict-related-sexual-violence-in-myanmar-barriers-to-and-prospects-for-accessing-international-justice/) - There is substantial activity both from local women’s organisations and international mechanisms to advance accountability for conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in Myanmar. This report involves a review of this local and international activity to identify obstacles and to make recommendations for improving the prospects of justice for CRSV. Research for the report involved a series - [Intersections between climate change, Serious and Organised Crime and gender](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/intersections-between-climate-changeserious-and-organised-crime-and-gender/) - As part of the global debate on climate security, this report considers the relationship between climate change, gender, and Serious and Organised Crime (SOC) as an item relevant to this debate and interlinked with women, peace and security (WPS). From a bottom-up approach, the report considers five case studies where it unpacks the effects of - [Gender equality and social inclusion assessment for Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-and-social-inclusion-assessment-for-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/) - This report provides a gender equality and social inclusion analysis, in order to advance gender equality and women, peace and security as they pertain to recommendations contained in the Regional Human Rights Action Plan for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for the period of 2021 to 2025. GESI-Assessment-for-Kurdistan-Region-of-Iraq_FINAL-OCIADownload GESI_Assessment_for_Kurdistan_Region_of_Iraq_FINAL_KurdishDownload - [Understanding the Role of Gender-based Online Hate Speech in Exacerbating Conflict and Violence](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/understanding-the-role-of-gender-based-online-hate-speech-in-exacerbating-conflict-and-violence/) - This report provides an evidence review summary of gender-based online hate speech in conflict contexts, exploring published evidence available to the issue in order to understand how prevalent gender-based online hate speech is in conflict contexts, the different impacts it has and evidence on how this is being addressed. The summary shows that while there - [Gender equality and social inclusion analysis of Tunisia](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-equality-and-social-inclusion-analysis-of-tunisia/) - This report offers an analysis of gender dynamics in Tunisia and covers specific recommendations for women’s and political participation, GBV, economic and social rights, and the WPS agenda. Gender-Equality-and-Social-Inclusion-Analysis_FINALDownload - [Women and Civil Society Voices in the UK National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-and-civil-society-voices-in-the-uk-national-action-plan-on-women-peace-and-security/) - This report presents the results of consultations with women’s rights organisations (WRO) and civil society organisations (CSO) in three different countries: Somalia, Afghanistan and Myanmar. They reflect their concerns, needs and recommendations in relation to the women, peace and security (WPS) agenda. These consultations are part of the efforts to ensure that the new UK - [Women, peace and security in the Pacific region](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-peace-and-security-in-the-pacific-region/) - This report provides gender-specific analysis that builds on findings provided in a Joint Analysis of Conflict and Stability (JACS) covering the Pacific region, which was recently commissioned by the UK Office for Conflict, Stabilisation and Mediation (OCSM). The countries included in the initial JACS analysis were Papua New Guinea (PNG), Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Samoa - [Gender-Responsive Disarmament, Demobilisation, Reintegration and Stabilisation Support in the Democratic Republic of Congo](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/gender-responsive-disarmament-demobilisation-reintegration-and-stabilisation-support-in-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/) - This report aims to inform future international support to community-based disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) and stabilisation support in eastern DRC that supports the women, peace and security agenda and incorporates gender equality. The report reviews lessons learned from support to the International Security and Stabilisation Support Strategy (I4S) and through lessons learned from gender-responsive - [State of the Evidence on Gender in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/state-of-the-evidence-on-gender-in-fragile-and-conflict-affected-states/) - It is not possible to build peace or stability without tackling gender inequality. Gender-responsive foreign and development policies, ones that are age aware and inclusive of other marginalised groups, including based on gender identity, sexuality, religion, (dis)ability, and ethnicity, are essential for preventing sexual violence in conflict. What is needed is sustainable and predictable flexible - [Understanding Gendered implications of Serious and Organised Crime in Pakistan](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/understanding-gendered-implications-of-serious-and-organised-crime-in-pakistan/) - This paper seeks to provide empirical information that would enable CSSF Pakistan to find key entry points to understand the gendered implications of SOC and enhance ongoing discussions around gender-sensitive SOC programming in-country. It is based on a review of publicly available literature on gender and organised crime from within Pakistan and outside, complemented by - [Review of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security second generation (2020–2023) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/review-of-the-national-action-plan-on-women-peace-and-security-second-generation-2020-2023-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo/) - This review focuses on the implementation of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DR Congo) second-generation National Action Plan (NAP) of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 (UNSCR 1325) on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) in 2019 for the period 2020–2023 (NAP-WPS-II) at the national level, as well as in two target provinces, North Kivu and - [The Evidence: Why take a gendered approach across work in fragile and conflict affected states?](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/the-evidence-why-take-agendered-approach-acrosswork-in-fragile-and-conflictaffected-states/) - The evidence demonstrates that placing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls at the heart of our conflict, peace and security work is both the right thing to do and the smart thing to do if we are to meet our wider UK security, defence, conflict and stability objectives. WPS017-Evidence-for-a-gendered-approach-in-FCAS-to-publish-1Download - [Women, Peace and Security in a National Security Context: Tensions and Risks](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-peace-and-security-in-a-national-security-context-tensions-and-risks/) - Through a literature mapping exercise, this paper examines how gender and national security are and can be linked. It focuses specifically on the utility of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda for the United Kingdom’s (UK)) national security orientation and argues that paying attention to gender issues is important for a holistic understanding of - [Women in Policing in Turks and Caicos: Key Barriers and Lessons](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-in-policing-in-turks-and-caicos-key-barriers-and-lessons/) - The report provides a summary of the women in policing situation in Turks and Caicos Islands, exploring key risks and barriers, including social and political factors, which inhibit women, including those from vulnerable groups, in their career development and progression within the police. It highlights critical requirements to strengthen women’s roles within policing structures and - [WPS, Conflict-Related Sexual Violence and Defence](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/wps-conflict-related-sexual-violence-and-defence/) - Preventing and responding to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) is an international priority. The UK Government has committed to advancing this goal, primarily through its policy commitments to the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda. Since the fourth UK National Action Plan (NAP) on WPS, policy has been co-owned with the Ministry of Defence, yet there - [Women, peace and security and Defence](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/women-peace-and-security-and-defence/) - The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda has significant relevance to defence, yet tensions remain between defence and the normative foundations of the agenda drawn from the activism of anti-militarist civil society, who sought to end war, rather than making war safe for women. This report highlights that there is still significant scope for the - [Good Practice for Gender Equality Perception Surveys](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/good-practice-for-gender-equality-perception-surveys/) - The purpose of this task is to present good practice and tips in designing perception surveys in order to understand gender equality issues, including recommendations on safeguarding, meaningful participation and inclusion. This report includes examples of questions that can be used in a perception survey across all the domains, depending on the outcome an initial - [Assessment of Gender Equality and Awareness in Police/ Security Forces in Conflict Contexts](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/assessment-of-gender-equality-and-awareness-in-police-security-forces-in-conflict-contexts/) - The report assesses the evidence that gender equality/sensitivity measures within uniformed security forces leads to greater gender responsive security, greater trust from the population, uptake in other security services and more women in uniformed security careers, with a focus on Mali and Niger where possible. Overall, there is insufficient evidence that these measures lead to - [Domestic Application of Women, Peace and Security in the UK](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/domestic-application-of-women-peace-and-security-in-the-uk/) - This scoping paper explores synergies between the WPS agenda, existing domestic police and possible areas of intersection, namely Gendered Structures of Security (VAWG by police and other security bodies), Migration and Refugees, Trafficking in Women and Girls, and Women’s Participation in Public Life. The particular focus on Northern Ireland also serves to highlight the specific - [Mapping of Women, Peace and Security initiatives, actors and opportunities in Ethiopia](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/mapping-of-women-peace-and-security-initiatives-actors-and-opportunities-in-ethiopia/) - Women disproportionately face the impacts of conflict, displacement, poverty and food insecurity in Ethiopia that have worsened during the current war. Yet implementing the WPS Agenda has not been a consistent priority for government in Ethiopia and CSOs have not been able to prioritise WPS for many years for various reasons. This report highlights analysis - [Regional gender and conflict analysis (India, Pakistan, Afghanistan)](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/regional-gender-and-conflict-analysis-india-pakistan-afghanistan/) - This report focuses on understanding how drivers of conflict, instability and violence within and between Afghanistan and Pakistan, and India and Pakistan, are gendered; how gendered inequalities and gendered drivers of conflict and instability could affect regional stability dynamics; and possible entry points for addressing gendered drivers through the UK government’s Conflict, Stability and Security - [Pakistan Gender and Conflict Analysis](https://wpshelpdesk.org/articles/pakistan-gender-and-conflict-analysis/) - This report focuses on some of the gendered drivers of conflict and instability in Pakistan. 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