On January 11, 2021, the Mexican government presented its first National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security. Read the latest WIIS Policy Brief to learn more about Mexico's NAP and what a more inclusive NAP could look like.
Join WIIS and the Embassy of the Principality of Liechtenstein, Washington DC on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 11 am EST for a virtual policy roundtable discussion on the role of gender in arms control and disarmament.
Ariela Blätter has been named as the new WIIS President & CEO, effective July 1, 2021
Since the founding of WIIS in 1987, women have advanced to increasingly important roles in the field of international security.
"Enhancing Security in Latin America and the Caribbean" examines what extent the WPS agenda,has been integrated in the security sector (military and national police) in 14 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Check out "The Gender and Security Agenda: Strategies for the 21st Century"! This book examines the gender dimensions of a wide array of security challenges. WIIS members can get 20% off their order using the code on the member homepage.
Chapters and Affiliates enhance WIIS's efforts to advance the leadership and professional development of women in the field of international security. Currently, WIIS has a network of 12 U.S. Chapters and 25 International Affiliates.
Women In International Security (WIIS) is the premier organization in the world dedicated to advancing the leadership and professional development of women in the field of international peace and security. WIIS sponsors leadership training, mentoring, and networking programs.
