The Last Convulsions of Patriarchy
2020-01-08
The UN Security Council Resolution 1325 has been in existence for more than 20 years. In October 2000, this resolution recognized at the highest international security level that girls and women should be better protected before, during and after conflict. Resolution 1325 also calls on member states to better and meaningfully involve women and girls in, among other things, conflict resolution, peace processes and reconstruction of their country. What does this resolution mean for women in conflict zones now?
In collaboration with the members of WO=MEN Dutch Gender Platform, Greta Riemersma portrayed female peace activists in (post) conflict areas. They talk about their work and live 20 years after the adoption of Resolution 1325. The portraits were published in the Groene Amsterdammer.
Part 2: "The Last Convulsions of Patriarchy"
Yes, she is threatened. Yes, older men in Sudan have a hard time with her. But Hala al-Karib does not despair. She sees that women and young people in the Horn of Africa are ripe for change. "The soft forces are gaining ground.”
Part 1: "Without gender equality, this conflict will never end"
Part 4: 'Talking in this country means saving lives'
