Women forging lasting peace: Dismantling barriers to gender-inclusive conflict resolution and peacebuilding

09.06.2026

June 9th 2026 The Council of Europe Gender Equality Commission is organizing the Annual conference, available for participants both in person and online in the Palais de l'Europe, Strasboug.This conference will focus on women’s participation in conflict resolution and peacebuilding.The Conference will also contribute to global discussions on women’s participation in the context of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and the Women, Peace, and Security agenda.

A particular focus on Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine will align with the Council of Europe’s commitment to support democracy, human rights and the rule of law in Ukraine, and with the recognised need to integrate gender equality in efforts regarding peace and security in Ukraine.

The Conference will feed into the Council of Europe’s New Democratic Pact for Europe, highlighting women's participation in conflict resolution and peacebuilding as a key element of democracy and stability in Europe.  

The partecipants are invited to follow this link for registration and further information.