Episode 6

Working with women on protection from harm

Published on: 20th January, 2024

In this fascinating discussion, Fatuma Ibrahim and Rachel Julian explore innovative community-based approaches to civilian protection in conflict zones. Drawing on examples from South Sudan and beyond, they highlight the resilience and protective capacities already existing within local populations. Challenging top-down notions of protection, they argue for strategies that empower communities, engage women and youth, and build on indigenous knowledge and nonviolent action. An eye-opening look at how shifting mindsets and power dynamics could transform protection in profound and inclusive ways.

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Peace Wanted
Keep the unarmed unharmed
How do communities and unarmed civilians use nonviolence to protect others from violence? Join us for stories and conversations from around the world.

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Rachel Julian

Lifelong peace activist and professor of peace studies who is passionate about the power of people to create change, justice and peace.