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We seek a dynamic and dedicated individual to lead the premier global network dedicated to advancing the leadership and professional development of women in the field of national and international peace and security. Women In International Security (WIIS) operates at the intersection of the policy and academic communities. WIIS (pronounced ‘wise’) engages in academic research and policy engagement initiatives on critical national and international security issues, with a particular focus on the nexus between gender and security. WIIS supports leadership training, capacity building, mentoring and networking programs for young scholars and professionals seeking to advance their careers in the national and international security field. It is a membership organization with over 35 chapters and affiliates in the United States and around the world. As a 501(c)3 organization WIIS is non-partisan and engages in education and not political advocacy or lobbying.
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To be considered for this position, complete applications must be submitted to the link below and include: - Letter of application
- Resume
- Three references, including email and telephone contact information
We will begin considering applications March 1, 2021 |
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Women In International Security (WIIS) Gender and Global Security Program Assistants work part-time (20 hours per week)! WIIS invites you to apply if you are interested in: - Conducting thorough research on topics related to gender and international security;
- Writing articles and blogs on topics related to global security;
- Conducting member interviews;
- Coordinating membership services
- Attending and reporting on key events and discussions relevant to WIIS program objectives;
- Monitoring and tracking programmatic activities and research;
- Organizing and facilitating events and large projects.
Due to COVID-19, all internships will be virtual for the foreseeable future. This is an unpaid position.
How to Apply: - Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with “Gender and Global Security Program Assistant” in the subject line.
- Also send one letter of recommendation to [email protected] with "(NAME) Letter of Recommendation)" in the subject line. This can either be from the individual providing the letter, or if you have one on file you can include it in your application email.
Applications will be reviewed beginning on February 15th. |
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Exploring The Field: International Affairs Research
Monday, February 08, 2021, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST Registration Forthcoming
What does it mean to pursue a career as a researcher at a think tank, in academia, or in the field--and what do scholars really do? How does research intersect with policy formation? How has the field evolved with the explosion of data and the development of new technologies? Join us for a conversation with international affairs scholars to gain insight into the field, how to get started, and the different career paths and opportunities available.
Moderator: Kim Kahuhauser Freeman, Executive Director of Women's Foreign Policy Group
Panelists: Chantal de Jonge Oudraat, President of Women In International Security Michele Dunne, Director and a Senior Fellow in Carnegie's Middle East Program Elizabeth Hedge, Research Assistant at the Global Women's Institute Rui Zhong, Program Associate for the Kissinger Institute on China and the US at the Wilson Center
This event is free to WIIS Members - see the WIIS Member Homepage for the discount or email [email protected] for more information. |
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Women In International Security (WIIS) is pleased to open applications for the 2021 Next Generation Gender, Peace and Security (GPS) Symposium. The WIIS Next Generation Symposium (NGS) is a highly competitive and prestigious program. It is part of a larger WIIS initiative to bridge existing divides between the traditional security community and the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) community.
The 2021 symposium will convene an international cohort of 15 graduate students and young professionals for an unique virtual program examining national and international security challenges from a GPS perspective. The 2021 Symposium will devote particular attention to the nexus of gender and security in three areas: the environmental field, including climate change; terrorism and violent extremism; and emerging technologies, including cybersecurity.
For the 2021 Symposium, 9-11 virtual meetings will be scheduled between June 2021 and March 2022.
Selected participants will become WIIS Next Generation Fellows.
Qualified Individuals must provide the following application materials by April 2, 2021, 11:59 pm EST. - Completed application form
- Resume
- Letter of interest (more details on WIIS website)
- Summary of a research or writing project the candidate would like to present in the Policy roundtable (Summary should be between 250-500 words maximum
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The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, launched by UN Security Council Resolution 1325 (UNSCR 1325) adopted in October 2000, brought renewed attention to the importance of the integration of a gender perspective for the effectiveness of military and police operations. It also pointed to the importance of increasing the participation of women in security (military and police) forces.
This project examines to what extent the WPS agenda, and more generally the principles of gender equality, have been integrated in the security sector (military and national police) in 14 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. |
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The Gender and Security Agenda: Strategies for the 21st Century (London: Routledge, July 2020) is available for purchase. The book examines the gender dimensions of a wide array of national and international security challenges and is the product of a two-year WIIS research project.
WIIS Members will receive a 20% off promo code from Routledge.
Watch the videos from the events here! |
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WIIS February Book Club Pick Culture Warlords: My Journey into the Dark Web of White Supremacy By: Talia Lavin
Join WIIS for a Virtual Discussion of this book on February 25th! More details forthcoming |
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Call for Resources
WIIS is compiling a resource page for information about gender in international security and we are looking for member-written articles, papers and books to feature! Non-English and international sources encouraged. |
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Member Profile Filling our your profile will allow you to connect with others in our global network and more. Visit our website to complete yours today. |
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