AFRICAN WOMEN IN MEDIATION DIALOUGE HELD ON THE 5TH – 6TH DECEMBER 2018 AT GRAND IBRO HOTEL ANNEX, 36 SOKODE CRESCENT, WUSE ZONE 5, ABUJA.

The event brought together women from over 15 countries working for peace across Africa; in attendance were a representative from the UN Women and ECOWAS Country Director to Nigeria, a representative from WILPF Sweden, multilateral actors represented as well as women representatives of different African Countries, and representatives of civil society and academia. There were thematic discussions on a variety of key issues under two major themes Women Peace and Security Agenda Opportunities for Increasing Women’s Role in Mediation and Local practices and opportunities for Adapting and Upscaling. The event was an interactive session and many share experiences.