Women’s Participation in the Middle East Peace Processes

Authors : Bezen Balamir Coşkun

Pages : 240-253

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Publication Date : 2025-12-27

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The exclusion of women from the negotiation of peace agreements and implementing bodies is one of the key reasons why so many peace agreements often fail and parties return to conflict. UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security Agenda and nine subsequent Resolutions provided a global framework for states to encourage women\\\'s participation at all decision-making levels, including management and resolution of conflict, peace negotiations, and peace operations. As a region overwhelmed with protracted conflicts, conflict resolution and peace are rare occurrences in the Middle East. This study will discuss women’s potential role in peace processes in the Middle East and the contribution of the UN’s Women, Peace & Security (WPS) Agenda. In this context, the prospects and problems regarding women’s participation in peace processes are discussed based on the review of the Middle East peace processes with the WPS agenda (Israel-Palestine & Yemen). To do this, the content of Palestine and Yemen’s National Action Plans (NAPs), the process used to develop the NAPs, and the commitments made to implement the WPS agenda are examined. Particular attention is given to the “participation” pillar of the WPS agenda. The findings from the review of the NAPs and two peace processes give insights to promote peace in the region.
Keywords : Orta Doğu, BMGK 1325, Kadın Barış Güvenlik Gündemi

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