An upcoming webinar, “Women in Conflict Zones,” will focus on the plight of women across the globe dealing with war and the consequences of war.

The event will take place on March 19 at 12:00 p.m. EST and will amplify the voices of women living amidst conflict in various parts of the world. The “Women in Conflict Zones” webinar, sponsored by World BEYOND War, Southern Anti-Racism Network, International Peace Bureau, Convention for Pan-Africanism and Progress (CPP), and CODEPINK, aims to shed light on the profound impacts of war on women and children and to discuss measures being taken to mitigate these effects.

The webinar will feature speakers from countries in conflict: Belarus, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gaza, Lebanon, Mozambique, Nigeria, South Korea, Sudan, and Syria. Each will have five minutes to share their experiences and insights regarding the unique challenges women and children face in their respective regions due to ongoing conflict. This discussion will serve not only as a means to share their stories but also as a call to action for global solidarity and support in ending violence and fostering peace.

Women will share firsthand accounts of the struggles and resilience of those living amidst war. Their testimonies will highlight the physical, emotional, and social tolls that armed conflicts impose on women and children, who are often among the most vulnerable populations during such crises. They will also discuss initiatives and efforts within their communities to promote safety, healing, and long-term peace.

Webinar Speakers

The following speakers will share their experience during the webinar:

BELARUS: Olga Karatch, CAMEROON: Cyrille Rolande Bechon, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO (DRC): Raissa Kasongo and Yvette Mushigo, GAZA/PALESTINE: Hanan Awwad. LEBANON: Hala Kilani Hala and Shirine Jurdi, MOZAMBIQUE: Namatama Sakabilo, NIGERIA: Zullaihat Muhammad Ohiare, SOUTH KOREA: Cho Young-mi, SUDAN: Reem Abbas. SYRIA: Oula Ahmad.

Endorse and Register for “Women in Conflict Zones”

Organizers of the “Women in Conflict Zones” webinar are seeking endorsements to promote this crucial event.

Endorsing organizations are encouraged to submit questions for speakers by March 15. Register for and endorse the webinar here.

The “Women in Conflict Zones” webinar represents a critical opportunity to hear directly from those affected by war and to amplify their voices on an international stage. By endorsing and participating in this event, organizations and individuals alike can contribute to a broader movement to end violence, promote peace, and ensure that the rights and well-being of women and children in conflict zones are upheld.