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As the scale of the military intervention in Afghanistan has increased, so has violence and the influence of the Taliban. Reversing this deadly dynamic will require a new approach to security, one that includes strong support for the enhanced status and well-being of Afghan women.
Posts in the November 2010 issue of Peace Policy:
Jennifer Freeman and Dee Aker make the case for peacebuilding efforts in Afghanistan that are led by local women and supported by men. Read »
Sarah Smiles Persinger explores how the U.S. and NATO can pursue reconciliation with the Taliban while safeguarding women’s rights. Read »
David Cortright argues that demilitarization must be linked to a broad set of agreements and commitment to development, diplomacy, and human rights. Read »
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Peace Policy is a blog that offers research-based insights, commentary, and solutions to the global challenge of violent conflict. Each issue features the writing of scholars and practitioners who investigate the causes of violent conflict and who seek to contribute to effective solutions and alternatives to the use of force.
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