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.
On May 24, 2018, Canada celebrated the 100th anniversary of a minority of women’s right to vote in federal elections. As we reflect on this important milestone and the many trailblazing women on whose shoulders we continue to stand, we must also acknowledge the long road ahead to truly dismantle the barriers to equal access to democratic institutions at the national and international level.
Ideology A peculiar thing about those that choose a life of extremism, is that despite all their flair for violence, they are extraordinarily ordinary. They are people, just like us, and they have a deeply articulated cause that they think is worthy of death. Amarnath Amarsingam wonders why we’re asking the wrong questions when it Read More…
“Even though Tunisia has enjoyed the most progressive laws on women’s right in the MENA, the society is still ruled by patriarchal values” Sahar explores the challenges of the Tunisian constitutional reforms.
“According to the United Nations (UN), 40% of all child soldiers are girls.” Ambika Varma explores female child soldiers and their impact during wartime.
First Nations women are at a greater risk of being victimized by a current or former partner than women from other communities. Why is that?
SGBV occurs globally and is consistently underreported, but it is particularly rampant in societies rooted in gender inequality and traditional, patriarchal norms. In humanitarian emergencies, risks and vulnerabilities of all sorts are extremely high.
Globally, sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) affects millions of men, women, girls, and boys in both physically and psychologically.
The Honourable Maryam Monsef is Canada’s Minister for the Status of Women. Learn more about her in our interview series.
The Honourable Kirsty Duncan is Canada’s Minister of Science. Learn more about her in our interview series.
Sana Afouaiz is the Founder of Womenpreneur, an initiative that empowers female entrepreneurs in the Middle East and North Africa. Learn more about her during the NATO Association of Canada’s 16 Days Against Gender-Based Violence.