La Paix Commence avec Elle

LA PAIX COMMENCE AVEC ELLE

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND

March, 8th 2024

23 years have passed since the adoption of the groundbreaking UN Security Council Resolution 1325 (2000) on Women, Peace and Security, which for the first time recognized the importance of women’s full, equal and meaningful participation in peace efforts.

Despite progress, women’s rights around the world are still under threat, their voices often silenced.

Marking International Women's Day on 8th March 2024, a special Inside Out Activation titled “Peace Begins with Her” will celebrate the role of women building and protecting peace around the world. Over 50 large portraits of women peace mediators, activists and peacekeepers will welcome visitors, students and officials at the University of Geneva to honor the role of women tirelessly working for peace around the world.

In the current security and political climate it is more important than ever to recognize that without women there can be no lasting peace. From Afghanistan to Colombia, Cyprus to South Sudan, these compelling images of local woman peacebuilders and UN peacekeepers, will serve as a reminder of the powerful but often shunned voices of women in peace efforts.

You can also add your own voice to the global push for women's participation by having your portrait taken and added to the collection. Please join us on the 8th of March in this global movement to support the brave women who build, protect and work for peace!

Say why Peace Begins with Her on your social media platforms using the hashtags #PeaceBegins and #WomenPeaceSecurity