In 2019, Louise Allen, a Global Gender, Peace and Security Consultant, was commissioned by UN Women to undertake an independent assessment of how the UN is implementing its UNSCR1325 commitments.
Recognizing the work done in achieving women’s equality whilst still acknowledging that much more progress needs to be made.
Strengthening the role of women in peace processes in the IGAD region.
Dr Bam’s leadership at the IEC entrenched the principle of regular free and fair elections – a cornerstone of South Africa’s democracy.
ACCORD helped the GSADF to achieve its overall objectives to share experiences and best practices in peace and security initiatives.
ACCORD was invited to take part in the validation process and will provide inputs to what will be SA’s first National Action Plan on WPS.
Strengthening institutional capacity on women and mediation.
A South African perspective on the status on the achievements made in implementing UNSC RES 1325 and the challenges ahead.
Strengthening the role of women in preventing conflict, building and sustaining peace.
Enhancing the implementation of the commitments for women’s inclusion in peacemaking in Africa.