In the Field

	The Essential Role of Women Peacekeepers May 2012 As peacekeeping evolves to encompass a broader humanitarian approach and mandates for protection of civilians, women are increasingly deployed in all peacekeeping domains—police, military, and civilian. They have made a positive impact on peacekeeping environments by supporting the role of women in building peace and by protecting women's rights. Countries: Somalia, Uganda \| Issue Areas: Gender and Peacebuilding, Mediation and Facilitation, Political Reform, Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Security Sector Reform/Governance, Training \| Programs: Academy for International Conflict Management and Peacebuilding