The Better Peace Tool addresses the ‘how to’ question by offering practical guidance for the effective inclusion of gender perspectives and women peacebuilders. Part I touches on the history and evolution of peacemaking in modern times. Part II presents the Better Peace Tool in two sections: Section 1 addresses six common barriers to the inclusion of women peacebuilders. Section 2 provides a comprehensive four-part framework with attention to the conceptual shifts, political, technical, and logistical/ financial support needed.

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