Introduction to Gender, Peace and Security in Practice

In our contemporary world plagued by conflict and instability, understanding the intricate relationship between gender, peace, and security is crucial for building sustainable and inclusive societies. This online course on Introduction to Gender, Peace, and Security in Practice delves deep into the key concepts and practical applications of this intersectional field, equipping learners with essential knowledge and skills to contribute effectively towards peacebuilding efforts.

The course covers the following topics:

• Introduction to the concepts of gender, peace and security;
• Gendered impacts of conflict;
• Gender dynamics in peace and security;
• Implications of integrating gender for peacebuilding;
• Case studies;
• The women, peace, and security (WPS) agenda;
• Gender mainstreaming in peacebuilding;
• Intersectionality in peacebuilding;
• Challenges and limitations;
• Monitoring and evaluation;
• Capacity building and training;
• Applying gender perspectives in conflict resolution;
• Gender-sensitive conflict analysis;
• Gender-responsive peacebuilding strategies;
• Advocacy and policy recommendations.