In this print newsletter you can read about the exchange of knowledge and experience between two representatives of the Gender Working Group of the Colombian Truth Commission and peace activists from the Philippines and learn how the exchange at the WPS Focal Points meeting in South Africa contributes to the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on "Women, Peace and Security".
We often emphasise how important networks and the linking of women, marginalised groups and civil society actors are for peace work. What may sometimes sound a little vague becomes concrete in this newsletter. We show what networking in fact gives to those who are networked.
You will also meet our new director,Deborah Schibler.
It was a special kind of exchange that we were able to organise with our partners in the Philippines in December: two representatives of the Gender Working Group of the Colombian Truth Commission exchanged their experiences with peace activists from the Philippines. Many moments of recognition and understanding emerged from these encounters.
Civil society plays a significant role in the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on "Women, Peace and Security", not, however, to the same extent everywhere. On the meeting of the "WPS Focal Points" network in South Africa.
Our new director, Deborah Schibler, brings a lot of experience in peacebuilding and peace processes to her new position.
