In observance of International Women's Day, the European Centre of Excellence has curated a selection of essential resources from our Knowledge Hub that explore the intersection of civilian Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) and the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda. 

These publications offer analysis, practical guidance, and the latest data to support the advancement of gender equality within international security and crisis management. 

Reports 

Exploring Progress at the Intersection of Gender, Climate, Environment and Security(CoE, 2026): An analysis of how gender dynamics influence security in the context of environmental change. 

Women in Multilateral Peace Operations in 2025: What is the State of Play? (SIPRI, 2025): A comprehensive overview of current representation and roles in UN peace operations, EU CSDP missions and operations, and OSCE field operations.  

Better Organisations Through Gender Mainstreaming: Civilian Security Sector Reform in Ukraine (EUAM Ukraine, 2024): A case study of a training programme enacted by EUAM Ukraine staff to combat discrimination and sexual harassment in law enforcement agencies. 

The Image and the Perception: Gender-Responsive Strategic Communications in EU Civilian CSDP Missions (SIPRI, 2024): Research on how communications can promote or hinder gender equality in missions. 

Factsheets 

Gender & Cybersecurity 101 (CoE, 2026): An introductory guide to the gendered dimensions of cyber threats and digital security. 

Climate, Peace, and Security Thematic Fact Sheet: Women, Peace, and Security (SIPRI and NUPI, 2025): A concise look at the triple nexus of gender, climate, and conflict. 

Guidance Documents 

Including Civilian CSDP in NAP 1325 (CoE, 2025): Strategic advice on integrating civilian crisis management into National Action Plans for UNSCR 1325. 

Concept and Methodology for a Barrier and Opportunities Study on Women’s Participation in CSDP Missions (CoE, 2025): A methodological framework for identifying obstacles to women's recruitment and retention. 

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