Launch of the 2023 Women, Peace and Security Index

This year marks a significant milestone—the 25th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, occurring at a time of increasing challenges to women’s rights worldwide. In response, the Permanent Mission of Norway, in collaboration with the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) and the PRIO Centre on Gender, Peace and Security, is set to unveil the latest edition of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index.

About the Women, Peace and Security Index

The WPS Index evaluates and ranks 181 countries based on 13 indicators related to women’s status and wellbeing. This comprehensive assessment provides critical insights into trends affecting women’s rights globally. The upcoming launch will feature a presentation from the WPS Index Manager, who will share findings on regional patterns, indicator performance over time, and the Index’s importance for policymakers and advocates.

Furthermore, attendees will gain valuable insights on the alarming statistic that a considerable number of women now live in areas affected by conflict.

Event Details

The launch event will be streamed live via Microsoft Teams. Participants can join through the provided link to engage with experts and gain an understanding of pressing issues concerning women, peace, and security.

Featured Speakers

• Amb. Merete Fjeld Brattested – Permanent Representative of Norway to the United Nations
• Amb. Yamazaki Kazuyuki (TBC) – Permanent Representative of Japan to the United Nations
• Signe Guro Gilen – Special Representative for Women, Peace and Security, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
• Haleema Hasan – Research Manager, Women, Peace and Security Index, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security
• Dr. Siri Aas Rustad – Research Professor and Index Project Leader, Peace Research Institute Oslo, PRIO
• Dr. Torunn L. Tryggestad – Director, PRIO Centre on Gender, Peace and Security
• Amb. Melanne Verveer – Executive Director, Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security

Conclusion

This event promises to be an enlightening discussion surrounding the status of women amidst contemporary challenges. It highlights the ongoing commitment to enhancing women’s rights and ensuring their voices are heard in matters of peace and security. For more information about the launch, please click here.