In the heart of a bustling western city, amidst the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, a young woman named Aisha lived. She arrived in the town with nothing but a suitcase full of dreams and a heart filled with hope. Aisha’s journey commenced in a small village in the heart of the Middle East, a place where…
From May 9th to 10th, 2024, the United Nations Civil Society Conference will unfurl its vibrant landscape of ideas, aspirations, and collaborations in the heart of Nairobi, Kenya. This event is not merely another gathering on the UN calendar; it is a premier symposium designed to transcend individual silos and propel the UN 2030 agenda…
The 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) stands as a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for gender equality worldwide. This annual gathering, convened by the United Nations, serves as a beacon of hope and progress for millions of women and girls around the globe. Here’s why this year’s session…
In the capacity as the IIHS Women, Peace, and Security Advisor, I participated in the 4th International Workshop for Leadership and Security, which took place at the Institute for Strategic Studies, Research, and Analysis (ISSRA), National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad, Pakistan during 26 February – 2 March 2024. The international event aimed to provide a…
As we approach International Women’s Month 2024 and celebrate the global accomplishments of women, it is crucial to reflect on the multifaceted challenges faced by women around the globe, especially those enduring conflicts that often escape the headlines. In addition to our celebration of women during the month of March, we also shed light on…