In this official background paper for the 2013 Oslo Forum, Inclusive Security’s Director, Jacqueline O’Neill, and Kenyan Women Waging Peace Network member, Alice Nderitu, argue that meaningful inclusion of women in peace processes is in the best interest of mediators. They present and debunk seven common misconceptions that prevent mediators from capitalizing on the benefits of women’s participation.

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