Britain announced that it would be putting girls and women at the heart of its work to end conflict in nine countries including Nigeria, Iraq, and South Sudan.
“Empowering women and girls … improves peace and stability, economic growth and poverty reduction,” senior ministers said in a National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
The ministers said women and girls were disproportionately affected by conflict, but were also part of the solution.
Evidence shows peace agreements are more likely to last when women are involved, according to the five-year plan launched late Tuesday.
“Without question women must have a seat at the table,” Foreign Office minister Tariq Ahmad said in a statement.
“We know that when women and girls participate in political processes, conflict resolution and mediation their contribution helps to build a more…
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