Working collectively towards gender equality and sustainable peace
OUR WORK
The Australian Civil Society Coalition on Women, Peace and Security (‘the Coalition’) is a non-partisan and independent coalition of civil society organisations, networks and individuals working to advance the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Agenda in Australia, Asia and the Pacific region and globally.
The Australian Civil Society Coalition on Women Peace and Security brings together activists, feminists, practitioners, humanitarian actors and those with first-hand experience working in the frontline on issues relating to women, peace and security. Coalition members have wide ranging expertise in gender and peace.
Our latest reports and submissions
Afghanistan Briefing Paper
This report outlines the findings from our Afghanistan Convening, which focused on the challenges facing women in the midst of the country’s complex humanitarian crisis. With widespread displacement, unemployment, and deteriorating health services exacerbated by the Taliban’s resurgence, the situation has become dire. Women’s rights have particularly suffered, with education and employment opportunities stripped away. The convening, held on October 31st, 2023, provided a platform for Afghan women leaders to share their experiences and discuss responses from civil society. This report summarises key challenges and offers recommendations for the Australian Government and civil society to support the implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security agenda in Afghanistan.
The Coalition released an open statement on October 31, 2023, focusing on the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the declining Women, Peace, and Security agenda. It highlights concerns about the situation and calls for immediate action to protect civilians, implement the WPS agenda, and promote peace in the region.
Myanmar Convening Briefing Paper
This report presents the outcomes of our Myanmar Convening, a gathering focused on understanding the efforts of women’s civil society organisations in the wake of the turmoil following Myanmar’s military coup on February 1, 2021. It also provides recommendations on ways the Australian Government can enhance its support and resources to bolster these organisations’ work.
Ukraine Convening Briefing Paper
This paper sets out the findings of a convening to explore the work of women’s civil society in contexts impacted by the invasion of Ukraine, including recommendations for how the Australian Government can further support and resource their effort