Empowering Voices: Women-Led Grassroots Movements in the Global Peace and Security Landscape
This session demonstrates the transformative potential of grassroots efforts when given a seat at decision-making tables, highlighting the work of four women leaders who have founded organizations addressing critical global challenges such as human trafficking, climate resilience, human rights, and Indigenous rights. Their work exemplifies how individuals and small organizations can confront some of the world’s most pressing issues head-on, bringing innovative solutions to the global peace agenda.
Join this session to explore the critical role of grassroots actors in peace and security. Discover how diverse voices, when included in decision-making, drive real change. See firsthand how these leaders innovate and create impact with limited resources, offering powerful examples for global peacebuilding. Reflect on how you can support and amplify these efforts, contributing to a collective, “all hands on deck” approach for a more peaceful world.