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The purpose of SecurityWomen is to act as an advocacy organisation for the inclusion of more women in security sector institutions, including the military and police services. SecurityWomen operates on a global basis.

SecurityWomen aims to highlight news items, academic papers, publications and reports on the subject of Women Peace and Security, and to monitor progress in the development of gender equality in security institutions, in particular, the increase of women in decision-making positions and advances towards a 50:50 gender balance.

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September 1, 2026

The Cost of Excluding Women Combatants From Demobilization Is High

As conflicts around the world continue to evolve, experts are calling for a fundamental rethink of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR) programs, with a stronger focus on the experiences and contributions of women

September 1, 2026

Sonia Boyce appointed as Commissioner of Police, Barbados

Commissioner of Police Sonia Boyce has made history as the first woman to lead the Barbados Police Service in its 181-year existence

August 21, 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 21, 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

August 21, 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

August 21, 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

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