The WPS in the Military News Round Up provides the U.S. Army WPS community of interest with a monthly round up of articles to raise awareness and knowledge of military-related WPS efforts and initiatives. The articles in the WPS News Round Up are provided for your situational awareness, only. The contents do not reflect the official views of, nor are they endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Army, or PKSOI. If you would like to be added or removed from the monthly WPS News Round Up distro list, please email: mayada.a.shawkat.ctr@army.mil
WPS in the Military News Round-Up – December 2024
” “This month’s issue of the #WomenPeaceSecurity in the Military News Round Up: December includes articles on #USArmy advances in WPS through key events highlighting the significant roles women have played in military and humanitarian contexts. Native American women have a long history of contributing to the military, serving in roles from nurses in early conflicts to pilots in World War II and combat roles, underscoring their dedication and cultural pride. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasizes the critical role and strengthening effect of women and diversity in the military. Additionally, Ukrainian women are leading humanitarian efforts amid ongoing conflict, driving recovery operations despite systemic challenges and underrepresentation.”
WPS in the Military News Round-Up – November 2024
“This month’s issue of the #WomenPeaceSecurity in the Military News Round Up includes articles on #USArmy advances in WPS through key events. It covers the completion of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Regional Military Gender Advisor Course, which aims to integrate gender perspectives in military operations, and a collaborative workshop in Zambia addressing gender-based violence with the support of the U.S. Air Forces. Additionally, the ‘Girl to Engineering Day’ event by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Kansas City showcased efforts to inspire young women to pursue STEM careers, reinforcing the importance of women in peace and security.”
WPS in the Military News Round-Up – October 2024
“This month’s issue of the #WomenPeaceSecurity in the Military News Round Up includes articles on #USArmy advances in WPS through key events. At Women in Defense National Conference, Under Secretary of the Air Force Melissa Dalton emphasized women’s vital role in national security and called for further integration through policy support. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s State Partnership Program forum highlighted the importance of global security partnerships, focusing on women, peace, disaster aid, and climate resilience. Meanwhile, at the Summit of the Future, world leaders committed to the Pact for the Future, pledging actions on sustainable development, peacebuilding, and integrating women in peace efforts.”
WPS in the Military News Round-Up – September 2024
“This month’s issue of the #WomenPeaceSecurity in the Military News Round Up includes articles on #USArmy advances in WPS through key events, The 11th Air Defense Artillery Brigade at Fort Bliss celebrated Women’s Equality Day 2024 by highlighting progress toward gender equality and the Army’s commitment to inclusivity. CECOM recognized Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring six influential Hispanic women in Army history for their significant contributions and leadership, and at Camp Humphreys, the Tri-Command Women, Peace, and Security Symposium focused on integrating WPS principles into military operations. Note: The articles in the WPS News Round Up are provided for your situational awareness, only. The contents do not reflect the official views of, nor are they endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Army, or PKSOI.”
WPS in the Military News Round-Up – August 2024
“This month’s issue of the #WomenPeaceSecurity in the Military News Round Up includes articles on #USArmy advances in WPS through key events, Secretary Antony Blinken underscored the importance of women’s integration in NATO at a Washington, D.C. reception. NATO’s 75th Anniversary Summit emphasized broad efforts to enhance women’s roles in security, peacebuilding, and leadership globally. Meanwhile the Department of the Air Force hosted a Women, Peace & Security Day at the Pentagon, collaborating with other military branches to raise awareness about WPS initiatives. Note: The articles in the WPS News Round Up are provided for your situational awareness, only. The contents do not reflect the official views of, nor are they endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Army, or PKSOI.”
WPS in the Military News Round-Up: July features articles on the US Army Marksmanship Unit’s connection to the Olympic Games Readiness Center-Honshu, an exhibit by Ukrainian NGO ‘Arm Women Now’ at NATO HQ, and the appointment of a new Army Reserve Ambassador to New York….
WPS in the Military News Round-Up: June features articles on: WPS leaders discussing the importance of integrating the WPS principles into the national security strategy; the first female African American commander overseas joining African Lion 2024; and the crucial need to include women in postwar…
This month’s issue of WPS in the Military News Round Up: May includes articles on U.S. Army advances in WPS through key events, how gender equality is a marker of peace and security, and how Naval Special Warfare Command’s security cooperation training center recognizes that…
WPS in the Military News Round Up: April includes articles on USARIEM research on optimizing female warfighters, applying a gender perspective to Artificial Intelligence risks to national security, and a DOD committee recommendation for the Marine Corps to fully gender integrate recruit training. Note: The…
WPS in the Military News Round Up: March includes articles highlighting #WPS integration into the #JustifiedAccord exercise, the importance of women’s participation for peace in Ukraine, and the women who were “Monuments Men.” Note: The articles in the WPS News Round Up are provided for…
This month’s WPS in the Military News Round Up: February includes articles on the WPS implications for conflicts to watch in 2024; the most recent U.S. Army Southern European Task Force-Africa (SETAF-AF) WPS efforts; and almost 30 years later, the names of the first female…
WPS in the Military News Round Up: January features articles on the Army’s first active-duty female sniper, integrating a gender perspective in cognitive warfare, and maternal and reproductive health in wartime. For these and other WPS-related news, see the link below. Note: The WPS in…
The December WPS in the Military news round up includes articles highlighting how to implement a gender perspective in Haiti efforts, identified gaps in the campaign to end conflict-related sexual violence, and South Dakota Army National Guard’s first female Native American sergeant major. Note: The…