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International Women’s Day 2013

As UN Peacekeeping forces have expanded around the world, so has the involvement of women peacekeepers. Women suit up and are deployed in all areas - police, military and civilian - and their impact has been noticiable. Women play a large role in building peace and protecting women's rights. During the month of March as we celebrate International Women's Day (#IWD2013) we are putting the focus on the women who put their lives at risk for the greater good and safety of others.

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  • Over 3,000 women peacekeepers serve in police, military, and civilian capacities across 15 peacekeeping operations, supporting the role of women in building peace and protecting women’s rights.

  • Today, women constitute around 30% of the approximately 7,500 international civilians working in peacekeeping and special political missions. Out of approximately 125,000 peacekeepers, women constitute 3% of military personnel and 10% of police personnel in UN Peacekeeping missions. Efforts to increase the recruitment of women remain critical.

  • Three women lead peace operations as Special Representatives of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and one as acting head.

  • Three all-female UN police units have been deployed around the world: Indian in Liberia, and Bangladeshi in Haiti and DR Congo.

  • Including women as equal participants in the peace process promotes sustainable peace. Female peacekeepers act as role models for local communities, inspiring women and girls in often male-dominated societies to advance for their own rights and for participation in peace processes.

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Tell Congress You Support the Work of Women Peacekeepers

On this international women’s day, join us in recognizing the strong women who help make peace a reality for so many in need – as only they can. Share this message with your member of Congress!

Tell Congress you support the work of female peacekeepers, their place in the peace process and their work to end violence against women.
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