As part of the special RSC professional training program that catered to alumni of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) “Leadership Academy” program, a mentorship and publications component offered participants an opportunity to develop their research and analytical skills, with the publication of selected articles.
In coordination with the Regional Programme Political Dialogue South Caucasus for the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), the RSC was pleased to assist with the analytical preparation and writing process, culminating in three publications, including the following:
EMPOWERING WOMEN FOR PEACE: THE ARMENIAN PERSPECTIVE ON UNSCR 1325
Greta Gevorgyan
Abstract
The United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 highlights the importance of engaging women in peacebuilding and security-related processes. While progress has been made in many countries, still many nations, including Armenia, face obstacles in fully implementing their National Action Plans (NAPs). This article examines the two NAPs developed by Armenia, analyzing women’s roles in peace processes locally and globally. It also contextualizes UNSCR 1325 within broader international frameworks on women’s rights and anti-violence initiatives. Finally, recommendations are offered to enhance Armenia's alignment with the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, ensuring women have the opportunity to play a critical role in preventing violence and promoting sustainable peace.
The full article is attached.
The RSC implemented this 2024 training project, which catered to alumni of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) “Leadership Academy” program and was organized in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Regional Programme Political Dialogue South Caucasus and the Eduardo Frei Foundation. This certificate-based training project was launched in August 2024 and participants received extensive capacity building and professional development opportunities through methodological workshops, a mentoring program and a publication campaign.