Women in Security covers a wide-range of issues as it explores the link between women, security, and development. As a forum to stimulate discussion and instructive debates, the NATO Association of Canada will examine the ways in which women both contribute to and are the focus of Canadian and NATO defence and security initiatives. This program also offers a critical look at the structures and institutions that shape the role of women in security at home and abroad.

Sarah Haddjeri Women in Security

“Garde ton corps”: An initiative to empower women

This article considers to what extent strategic measures to promote gender equality are implemented through feminist platforms and initiatives. In the course of my research, I had the opportunity to speak with the founders of an online app “Garde ton corps” (keep and protect your body) that aims to ensure women’s security in the city Read More…

Sarah Haddjeri Women in Security

How does the age of surveillance strengthen gender inequalities and shape women’s online and offline behaviour?

This article is the second part of a two-part article focusing on the impacts of online and offline surveillance of women’s behaviour, and how it is influenced by technology. Gender in public and private spheres The dichotomy between public and private highlights the blatant inequalities that women face. It is worth considering how these two Read More…

Sarah Haddjeri Women in Security

How does the age of surveillance strengthen gender inequalities and shape women’s online and offline behaviour?

This is the first part of a two part article focusing on gender surveillance analyzing the effects of online and offline surveillance on women and illustrating the ways in which discrimination and sexism are perpetuated as a result.

Julia Schaumer Women in Security

16 Days Campaign: Interview with Commodore Rebecca Patterson

For NAOC’s final contribution to the 16 Days Campaign, Julia Schaumer has sat down with Commodore Rebecca Patterson to find out a little more about Operation HONOUR and what the Canadian Armed Forces are doing about the issue of sexual misconduct in the military.

Julia Schaumer Women in Security

NAOC’s 16 Days of Activism: Margot Franssen

Every year, from November 25th to December 10th, the NATO Association of Canada is proud to participate in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign. This campaign highlights the need to address the violence that women face at all levels and in all arenas. This year, the focus is on ending gender-based violence Read More…

Julia Schaumer Women in Security

NAOC’s 16 Days of Activism: Lieutenant-General Christine Whitecross

As part of NAOC’s contribution to the 16 Days Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence, Julia Schaumer has sat down with several high-profile Canadian women who share their opinions on how to implement best practices in the workplace as well their views on women in leadership positions.

Julia Schaumer Women in Security

NAOC’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

From November 25th to December 10th, the NAOC will be proudly participating in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign. This year, the focus is on ending gender-based violence in the workplace. In this interview series, Julia Schaumer has sat down with several high-profile Canadian women who share their opinions on how to implement best practices in the workplace.