Gender, Peace and Security: What’s the Connection?

Despite knowing the devastation that war brings, conflict continues to shape our world. Traditional ideas of security often fall short in addressing the roots of violence. But what if part of the answer lies in how we understand gender?

In this session, we’ll explore how gender—often seen as just about women’s rights—actually plays a key role in shaping the structures of conflict, peace and power. From the role of masculinity in militarized societies to the marginalization of women in peace-building, this session discusses how gendered identities influence security in ways we rarely acknowledge.

By looking at the intersection of gender, peace, and security, we can challenge conventional thinking and explore new, more inclusive paths to sustainable peace. Join us to discover how rethinking security through a gendered lens opens up deeper insights into conflict—and offers hope for a more just and peaceful world.

About the Speaker:

Azka Durrani is a lecturer and researcher in International Relations and Peace & Conflict Studies. With an MS in Peace and Conflict Studies from NUST, she has previously taught Political Science at International Islamic University, Islamabad, and Bahria University. Her work explores the aesthetics of securitization, critical security studies and the intersection of pedagogy, art and national security. She has collaborated with various think tanks and security organizations to gain practical insights into security dynamics.

This session is free and open to all. Just visit the venue to attend it.

The Black Hole
Plot 5H, Street 100, G-11/3, Islamabad.
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