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October 2, 2025
UN Launches Military Alliance to Advance Gender Integration in Peacekeeping
The Alliance was created to address coordination gaps between field-based military gender experts and UN Headquarters
October 1, 2025
Pentagon shutters women’s advisory group
The Pentagon’s decision to terminate the Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services marks a setback for advancing women’s participation in the security sector
September 25, 2025
Sharjah Police celebrates Emirati Women’s Day
Female officers from across departments participated in the event, which included a panel discussion on challenges and opportunities for women in the security sector
September 25, 2025
Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Mothsekga lauds women’s contribution to the SANDF
As part of efforts to build a safer and more inclusive environment, Motshekga announced the establishment of a Sexual Conduct Centre in the SANDF; leadership development programmes and redress initiatives aimed at preparing women for senior roles
September 2, 2025
South African Women in Defence (SAWID) formally renamed Women in Defence South Africa (WIDSA)
Announced during the Women’s Celebration on 28 August at Denel headquarters in Irene, the launch featured a keynote by the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga
