An intergenerational conference on the implementation of the 'Women, Peace and Security' agenda set out in United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 was held in Kinshasa on Tuesday. The conference, which took place on the side-lines of the International Day of Peace, focused on the important role of women and girls in early warning and conflict prevention. The event was supported by UN Women and brought together various stakeholders to discuss the effective and meaningful participation of women in peace and security issues.
Deborha Nyamugabo, a member of the Women's Synergy for Peace and Security (SFPS), emphasized the need to support public policies, resources, and the genuine participation of women in forums where decisions on peace and security are taken. She highlighted the tireless efforts of women in working for lasting peace within their communities. According to Nyamugabo, women's strength does not rest solely on courage or resilience, but also on their capacity to make decisions, prevent conflicts, protect their communities, and build peace.
Nyamugabo shared her experience of implementing the third-generation Action Plan for Resolution 1325, specifically its prevention pillar. She highlighted the innovative nature of this document, which aims to move from recognizing women's contribution to their effective and meaningful participation in prevention, mediation, negotiations, and decision-making mechanisms. The third-generation National Action Plan on Resolution 1325 provides an opportunity to strengthen positive masculinity, not merely as a concept, but as a commitment by men and boys, alongside women, to prevent violence, promote equality, and transform the norms that perpetuate conflict and discrimination.
The conference discussed the importance of investing in women and girls, which is not just about funding their activities, but also about investing in their capacity to make decisions, prevent conflicts, protect their communities, and build peace. Nyamugabo emphasized that women's ownership of Resolution 1325 is crucial for its effective implementation. The event provided a platform for young people to emerge as active participants in peace and security issues.
The 'Women, Peace and Security' agenda set out in United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 aims to promote the participation of women in peace and security issues. The resolution recognizes the important role of women in conflict prevention and peacebuilding. The intergenerational conference in Kinshasa provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss the implementation of this agenda and the challenges faced in promoting women's participation in peace and security issues.
The conference was held on September 22, 2026, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The event was supported by UN Women and brought together various stakeholders, including women's groups, government officials, and international organizations. The conference provided a platform for stakeholders to share experiences and best practices in promoting women's participation in peace and security issues.
The implementation of Resolution 1325 is crucial for promoting women's participation in peace and security issues. The resolution provides a framework for promoting women's empowerment and participation in decision-making mechanisms. The conference in Kinshasa highlighted the need for continued support and resources to promote women's participation in peace and security issues.
Key points
- Women's role in early warning and conflict prevention is crucial for promoting lasting peace within communities.
- The third-generation National Action Plan on Resolution 1325 aims to strengthen positive masculinity and promote equality.
- Investing in women and girls is not just about funding their activities, but also about investing in their capacity to make decisions, prevent conflicts, protect their communities, and build peace.
