At that point, we made a decision to build a dedicated women’s bloc. The LPDF women further distinguished themselves by serving as bridge builders, human rights advocates, and civil society activists. The solidarity of the LPDF women’s bloc amply illustrates the difference that women can make in ensuring the durability of peace processes. The advances made by the LPDF women’s bloc notwithstanding, a lot of work remains to be done to ensure women’s full inclusion in other aspects of peace-building and consolidation. Women’s voices need to be heard in discussions regarding economic and financial reform and the long overdue restructuring of Libya’s economy.

Source: Libya Today March 08, 2021 11:03 UTC