Away from the global spotlight, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Since 1996, the country has been embroiled in a complicated conflict, which is yet again escalating.
The UN Security Council Must Ensure a Permanent Ceasefire
On 25 March, 2024 the United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 2728 calling for an immediate ceasefire during the month of Ramadan, the urgent release of hostages, and humanitarian access to Gaza. This is the fifth attempt by the Security Council to pass a resolution on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas; three previous attempts were vetoed by the United States, who abstained on this occasion.
Dr. Shirin Ebadi IWD Speech in Paris
On March 8th, I congratulate all of you. I hope that in the coming year, we will witness better conditions for all women around the world.
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Narges Mohammadi Joins Nobel Women’s Initiative
Nobel Women’s Initiative (NWI) is proud to announce that 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi from Iran has joined NWI. She joins Shirin Ebadi (Iran), Jody Williams (USA), Tawakkol Karman (Yemen), Leymah Gbowee (Liberia), Maria Ressa (Phillipines) and Rigoberta Menchu Tum (Guatemala). At NWI the laureates work together to elevate the voices and support the work of women peace activists around the globe.
Civilians Must be Protected and International Law Upheld in Gaza, Occupied Palestine and Israel
A statement by five women Nobel Peace Prize laureates and Nobel Women’s Initiative
October 12, 2023
As Nobel Peace Prize laureates united in our commitment to peace, freedom, and justice, we unequivocally condemn all harm and attacks on civilians. We denounce the outbreak of war between Hamas and Israel and call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a negotiated settlement of the crisis before it grows and engulfs the region.
Transition of Power to Legitimately Elected Candidate Must Take Place in Guatemala
October 13, 2023
Presidential elections were held in Guatemala in the summer of 2023 with anti-corruption candidate Bernardo Arévalo being confirmed as the President elect with 58% of the vote. However, the outgoing government have refused to accept the results and are attempting to hold on to power. In response, indigenous and peasant women, urban, social and student movements have taken to the streets in peaceful protest demanding that results of the election are upheld, and a full transition of power ensured.
Narges Mohammadi Becomes 19th Woman to be Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
Iranian women’s and human rights activist Narges Mohammadi was named the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate in Oslo, Norway today. The Nobel Committee awarded her with the prize “for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and her fight to promote human rights and freedom for all”.
Jody Williams calls for respect for justice and the rule of law in Guatemala
I am writing to express my grave concern over the developments occurring in Guatemala. Since the decision to terminate the mandate of Guatemala’s International Commission against Impunity (CICIG) there has been a dangerous deterioration for Guatemala, resulting in compromises of the independence of the judiciary, a cornerstone for peace and democracy.
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Maria Ressa Joins Nobel Women’s Initiative
Nobel Women’s Initiative (NWI) is excited to announce that Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa from the Philippines has joined NWI. She joins Jody Williams (USA), Tawakkol Karman (Yemen), Leymah Gbowee (Liberia), Shirin Ebadi (Iran) and Rigoberta Menchu Tum (Guatemala), uniting in action together with courageous women leading peace around the world, and leveraging collective power to amplify nonviolent solutions, defend justice, and champion equality for all.
Call for Applications to 2023 Sister-to-Sister Program
The Nobel Women’s Initiative (NWI) has opened applications for the 2023 Sister-to-Sister feminist peacebuilders leadership program.
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
Dr Shirin Ebadi's Open Letter to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
Following the murder of a young woman - Mahsa Amini - in the street by government agents, only because part of her hair was out of her scarf, the multitude of unmet demands sparked a massive movement in Iran. While this movement involved various people in the society, however the courage of women, girls, and especially high school students has been especially remarkable. The killing of several teenage girls during a peaceful demonstration fuelled the fire of people's anger and protests spread to about 100 cities in Iran.
Nigerian Election Will Impact Gender Equality and Peace
This Saturday, 25 February 2023, Nigerians head to the polls to elect a new president, Senate, and House of Representatives. The course of this election in Africa’s most populous nation, in a year when sixteen other states across the continent will also head to the polls, has crucial implications for peace, gender equality and, in turn, societies as a whole.