The first in our series on policy and practice for mitigating extremism and advancing sustainable development, this brief presents women’s perspectives on four key areas: (1) security concerns for civilians and civil society organizations; (2) experiences and engagement with local police; (3) outreach to militias and experiences of de- radicalization work; and (4) perspectives on international military and security presence and interventions.
Drawn from consultations with more than 70 women’s rights and peace practitioners across 15 countries Uncomfortable Truths, Unconventional Wisdoms offers critical lessons to inform international and national policies and interventions. It also touches on their own efforts in addressing state and non-state military and security actors.