Muslim women in peace processes: Reflections for dialogue in Mindanao

Discussion Paper Muslim Women Participation
Women are rarely part of the decision-making in peace process – something that is considered an obstacle to successful conflict transformation. In this discussion paper, our Colombia and Philippines Programme Director Kristian Herbohlzheimer draws from precedents in the Muslim world as examples for better inclusion of Muslim women in the conflict resolution with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front in the Philippines.

Colombian women’s collective launches ‘Pact for Peace’

A group of women from diverse sectors of Colombian society have launched a new peacebuilding initiative, the 'Ethical Pact for a Country in Peace'. The Pact calls on Colombian society, policymakers and the international community to support the ‘transformation’ of Colombian society to a peaceful one, by signing-up to fifteen actions.

Background to the Kashmir conflict: challenges and opportunities

This paper is the first in a series from the Kashmir Initiative Group (KIG), providing a background to the Kashmir context. The paper reflects on the current landscape in the region, identifies internal and external challenges and opportunities, and offers some suggested points of action in response to these.

An Analysis: 2013 Fiji Government Constitution

This document – produced by our partners the Citizens' Constitutional Forum – aims to provide an objective analysis of the Fiji Government Constitution that was presented on 22 August 2013 and assented on the 6 September 2013 (with amendments and revisions).

Gemma Galloway

Gemma Galloway

Gemma first joined Conciliation Resources in January 2011, as Executive Assistant. She has a background in the humanitarian sector, working at The British Red Cross supporting health and social care programmes in Central Asia and carrying out deployment administration for ICRC delegates. Prior to joining Conciliation Resources, Gemma worked at Conscience: Taxes for Peace not War. Previous voluntary experience includes roles with the student support service Nightline and at a landmine museum in Cambodia.

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