Kenya Advocates for Global Cooperation on Women, Peace, and Security
Kenya has called for stronger global cooperation and practical action to advance the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda.
In Brief
- •Kenya has called for stronger global cooperation and practical action to advance the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda.
- •Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu stressed that women must be recognized as essential leaders and partners in building sustainable security.
- •Kenya assumed the chairmanship of the global Women, Peace and Security Chiefs of Defence Network on 26 June 2026, succeeding Ireland.
- •Kenya will hand over the position to the Philippines in June 2027.
- •Kenya is implementing its third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security for the 2025–2029 period, focusing on participation, protection, prevention, and relief and recovery.
Why It Matters
The Women, Peace and Security agenda is crucial for ensuring women's full, equal, and meaningful participation in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, peacekeeping, and decision-making. By advocating for global cooperation and integrating the WPS agenda into defense policy, military training, leadership, planning, and operations, Kenya aims to build more responsive, representative, and effective security forces. This initiative not only promotes gender equality but also enhances the overall effectiveness of peacekeeping and conflict resolution efforts.
Key Details
- Chairmanship Start Date
- 26 June 2026
- Chairmanship End Date
- June 2027
- National Action Plan Period
- 2025–2029
Context & Background
The Women, Peace and Security agenda was established by United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, which aims to ensure women's full, equal, and meaningful participation in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, peacekeeping, and decision-making.
What To Watch
June 2027, when Kenya will hand over the chairmanship of the Women, Peace and Security Chiefs of Defence Network to the Philippines.
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