Women’s Leadership in Peace, Democracy and Political Transitions in the Horn of Africa

March 27, 2023 01:16:43
Women’s Leadership in Peace, Democracy and Political Transitions in the Horn of Africa
Events at USIP
Women’s Leadership in Peace, Democracy and Political Transitions in the Horn of Africa

Mar 27 2023 | 01:16:43

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Show Notes

On March 27, USIP hosted a conversation with two prominent women, peace and security champions from the Horn of Africa on the sidelines of the U.S. Summit for Democracy. The discussion looked at the role of women’s inclusion and participation in advancing democratic political transitions to achieve sustainable peace.

Speakers

Lise Grande, introductory remarks
President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace

Michael Hammer, welcoming remarks
Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa

Filsan Abdi
Founder, Horn Peace Institute and Nabad Project

Fauziya Abdi Ali 
President, Women in International Security – Horn of Africa 

Susan Stigantmoderator
Director of Africa Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace

 

For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/womens-leadership-peace-democracy-and-political-transitions-horn-africa

 

 

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