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The Religion and Peacemaking program at USIP visited Colombia in November 2008 to support a joint-initiative of the Conferencia de Religiosos y Religiosas de Colombia, the organizing body of Catholic men’s and women’s religious orders, and Justapaz, a Menonite organization, to convene a four-day workshop outside of Bogota for Catholic and Protestant women peacemakers. This workshop provided an opportunity for women doing peace work on the ground through their churches to share best practices, network, and conceive future joint-initiatives. |
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Child soldiers and women are among the most vulnerable victims of Congo’s war. Attending to their needs for reintegration, counseling, and medical attention are critical components for consolidating peace. Countries: Congo, Democratic Republic of, Congo, Republic of the
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis, Women, Youth
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Women were crucial in bringing peace to Liberia and are now a critical part of the rebuilding process. President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has made it a priority to include women in Liberia's reconstruction. What role have women played in achieving and maintaining peace in Liberia and what are the challenges and opportunities they face? |
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It is widely recognized that women and young people are the primary victims of conflict. However, no overarching strategy, mandate, or program exists within the U.S. government to ensure the inclusion of women in postwar stabilization and reconstruction operations. Issue Areas: Post-Conflict Activities, Women
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Issue Areas: Nongovernmental Organizations, Peacebuilding, Women
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