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End of Year Reflections: Championing Feminist Peace

As we navigate the closing chapter of a challenging year marked by escalating violence and conflicts, the need for a feminist approach to peace and activism becomes ever more vital. In the face of adversity, it is the resilience and leadership of women in the MENA region and beyond that continue to inspire and guide us towards a brighter future.

So, let’s bid adieu to 2023 with some insightful reflections that not only reaffirm our dedication to championing Feminist Peace but also bring forth innovative strategies for reimagining the peace process. Our steadfast commitment lies in continuously elevating and amplifying the voices of feminist advocates, thereby fostering a landscape ripe for profound and lasting change.

 

Feminists in Conversation: Voices from Syria, Libya, and Nigeria on Redesigning the Peace Table” 

Dont miss this dynamic dialogue among inspirational feminists from Syria, Nigeria, and Libya. Delve into some unique insights on redesigning the peace table; the persisting challenges and limitations related to the participation of women in their respective countries’ peace processes; and the urgent need to reimagine the existing peace processes.

WAIT A MINUTE! What about Feminist Peace

Tune-in to the latest episode of our “Wait A Minute” video series, where we delve into the rich tapestry of experiences and insights shared by feminist activists from Syria, Yemen, and Palestine. This episode offers a unique window into the essence of feminist peace and highlights the critical roles played by women and feminist leaders within each of these diverse contexts.

 

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Bullying

Bullying is any abusive practice or behaviour directed by an individual or group of individuals towards another individual or group. Bullying can be considered a form of harassment that is more frequent and systematic. It aims not only to violate the receiving party, but also to belittle them. Bullying is characterised by being targeted at a person or group of people, while harassment need not be targeted.

  • Physical bullying
  • Verbal bullying
  • Indirect bullying
  • Intellectual bullying
  • Cyberbullying
  • Feminist bullying

Harassment

Harassment/Taharrush is a group of unwanted abusive practices that are threatening to the recipient by their very nature. Unlike bullying, harassment need not be targeted. It may take place directly or indirectly, so that it creates an atmosphere of distress, heaviness, and insecurity.

  • Physical harassment
  • Verbal harassment
  • Sexual harassment

Assault

Assault is any actual or attempted aggressive act that deliberately violates or threatens the physical space of an individual or group. It is often believed that assault is limited to direct physical violations only, but as a concept it also includes indirect infringement on personal space.

  • Sexual assault
  • Physical assault
  • Verbal assault

Exploitation

Exploitation occurs when a person or group of people uses their power, status, or positionality for personal benefit through the use of force, duress, violence, coercion, deceit, or trickery that causes direct or indirect harm to another person or group of people, or to public interest.

  • Sexual exploitation
  • Emotional exploitation
  • Exploitation of labour and economic resources

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