How are Saudi women pushing for the right to drive? Sophie Barnett discusses recent trends in the status of Saudi Arabia’s women.
Tag: Women in Security
The First Female Combat General of Canada and the World
Sophie Barnett discusses Bridagier-General Jennie Carignan’s accomplishment as the highest-ranked woman in Combat Arms and leader in military gender integration
Flawed Foundations: Revising Argentina’s Approach to Gender-based Violence
How can Argentina better combat gender based violence? Marissa Young discusses recent policy shifts within Argentina, and what must happen next.
Brexit and the Future of Britain’s Women
Sophie Barnett discusses the implications for the status of women following Britain’s decision to leave the EU.
First Female Mayor of Rome Makes History
How will Rome’s first female mayor impact the future of municipal politics? Grace Lee speaks to Virgina Raggi’s election and its influence on the future of Rome and women in politics.
Controversial Appointments by the LSE Centre for Women, Peace and Security
Grace Lee discusses the London School of Economics’ (LSE) recent appointments of ‘celebrity’ professors to its new MSc program in Women, Peace and Security
NCGP: Accountability and Information Sharing Key to Gender Equality
Sophie Barnett discusses key trends in the NATO Committee on Gender Perspective’s Annual Conferences and their implications for achieving gender equality in security operations.
A Forgotten Discourse: Including a Gendered Analysis in Conflict Studies (Part 1)
In the first of a three part series, Marissa Young reflects on the May 17-29 Olmsted-Fulbright field study to Israel by highlighting the importance of using a gendered lens in conflict studies and peace building.
Two Months of Firsts for Women in the US Military
Grace Lee discusses recent milestones for women in the US military.
Unveiling a new-Jihadism: How Women are Combatting ISIL
Jihadism vs. Female Fighter? Marissa Young discusses the effect of independently organized militant women’s groups on ISIL.