December 2024 Newsletter

EVENT (WIIS GLOBAL MEMBERS-ONLY)

WIISUp Wednesday | WIIS Global 

• Date:  January 29, 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
• Summary: Kick off the new year by joining WIIS Global for a members-only virtual networking hour. The WIIS Global team will lead a discussion and participants will interact with each other and meet fellow members.
• Visit our events page to pre-register and learn more through the public announcement.

EVENT

Consultation on Women & Security in Africa | WIIS Brussels

• Date:  December 17, 18:30-19:30 CET
• Summary: WIIS Brussels, in cooperation with Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung, invites you to join a virtual consultation on "Women & Security in Africa." Participants will have the opportunity to engage with inspiring women from South Africa, Senegal, and Kenya.

OPPORTUNITY

Volunteer Coordinator | WIIS Canada

• Deadline:  December 20, 2024
• Summary: Are you passionate about international security? WIIS Canada is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to recruit & support volunteers for WIIS Canada initiatives.
• How to Apply: Send your CV and a 100-word statement to [email protected]

EVENT (WIIS GLOBAL MEMBERS-ONLY)

Revamp Your Resume | WIIS Global

• Date: November 19, 2024
• Summary: WIIS Global hosted a members-only resume workshop with the GW Elliott School Assistant Director of Career and Graduate Academics Advising, Meg Wurm. During this event, Meg explored tips and tricks for those in the international security space working on crafting the perfect resume that stands out to employers.

• WIIS Global Members can access Meg’s presentation in their member portal under "Member Resources" -> "Professional Development." 

• Not yet a member of WIIS? Join today! 

EVENT

Discussion with Climate Security Expert Grazia Pacillo | WIIS Italy

• Date: November 19, 2024
• Summary:  WIIS Italy hosted a discussion with UNU-CPR Senior Fellow and climate security expert Grazia Pacillo, who spoke about her work on climate security and the nexus of climate change and peace and security.

EVENT

Negotiation Training for Young Women Professionals from the Baltics

• Date: November 23, 2024
• Summary: Women for Security (WIIS Latvia) organized a negotiation training for young women professionals from the Baltic states. The program offered the opportunity to strengthen participants' negotiation skills and help them develop the confidence needed to lead in their personal and professional lives.

OPPORTUNITY

Leadership & Mentoring Program | Women for Security (WIIS Latvia)

• Summary:  Women for Security (WIIS Latvia) organized a leadership and mentoring program in which 13 young women professionals from different backgrounds and careers participated. The program included practical lessons and lectures taught by female leaders, including diplomatic protocol, self-defense, leadership, a visit to a military base, and more. In addition to lectures, each participant was assigned a mentor with whom they met, creating an opportunity for inspiration and networking.

AWARD

Winner of the Sylke Tempel Essay Prize 2024 Announced | WIIS Germany

Together with the magazine Internationale Politik, WIIS Germany has announced the winner of this year's essay prize in honor of Sylke Tempel. Of numerous high-quality submissions, Nora Kürzdörfer’s outstanding essay, 'Dystopian Visions for a Utopian Future,' was selected as the winner.

AWARD

Recipient of the Premio Camilla of the City of Priverno | WIIS Italy

WIIS Italy Vice President and Head of Programme on European Union and Institutional Relations Manager at the Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI), Nicoletta Pirozzi, received the Premio Camilla for her work in politics and institutions. The Premio Camilla celebrates and recognizes the importance of women's various public roles, from culture and sport to journalism and politics. 

PUBLICATION

Peace Prints, WISCOMP’s (WIIS India) South Asian Journal | Being "(Re) Armed”: Women and the Security Sector

• Summary: This anniversary volume of WISCOMP’s (WIIS India) Peace Prints focuses on the induction of women soldiers and the gender system that sustains the military. This volume highlights the social transformation within the Indian armed forces, the military as a sociological institution, and the material reality of the expansive participation and advancement of women. The volume continues meaningful conversation among scholars, policymakers, and feminists.

WIIS Global and our global affiliates are commemorating the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign which began on November 25th and ends on December 10th. 

Today and every day, we stand in solidarity with survivors of gender-based violence. 

At WIIS, we believe in the power of gender-inclusive leadership to create safer societies. Together, we can amplify our voices and break the silence.

To learn more about these issues, watch our event on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence here.

You can also learn more at UN Women.