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August 3, 2026
Will Cyprus ever see a female police chief?
Since the establishment of the Cyprus Police in 1964, women have served within the force, yet no woman has ever held the positions of chief, deputy chief, or assistant chief of police. Current figures show that women comprise approximately 28% of all police officers in Cyprus, with their distribution varying by rank: they make up 30% of constables and special constables, 21% of sergeants, 12% of officers, and 13% of senior officers.
August 2, 2026
Share Your Journey: Inspire the Future
Amplifying a call to research: We are inviting senior female police officers to take part in confidential interviews for an upcoming book that explores the lived experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women on their journey to senior police leadership roles
July 29, 2026
As war fears grow in Ethiopia, women soldiers recount the sexual violence they experienced
The Tigray Defence Force (TDF), estimated to be 30% female, saw women face sexual abuse and coercion by their own commanders after joining to escape wartime violence
July 23, 2026
Children’s games and global politics: Masculinity, militarism, and the warrior hero
Dr Lee Jarvis argues that children’s games contribute to the everyday (re)production of international relations
