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National Book Tour

Pictured: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff with his copy of WPS in US Security Cooperation. Learn about the challenges and champions of WPS in first-ever accounts of real-world policy and practice ranging from post-war Japan and Afghanistan to contemporary Colombia and Ghana. Help tackle tough questions and explore the future of WPS in US foreign policy.

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Latest @ Fortis!: Families Essential to Nepal Recovery, Rebuilding Efforts

Guest columnists Cynthia Neil examines the unique burden the Nepal disaster has on female-headed families, especially those reliant on devastated agricultural areas.

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Featured Event: ACWPS engagement with Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets

Events included Dr. Yoshihara’s leadership talk to the 1300 men and women of the Corps of Cadets, a book talk with Virginia Teach students at the Hume Center for National Security and Technology, and meetings with the Corps’ recently formed leadership organization for women.

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Featured Research: When War Infiltrates the Family Tree

American Council senior fellow Dr. Eunice Apio and co-author Professor Sabine Lee present how sexual violence creates stigma that perpetuates through generations.

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About ACWPS

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Since its founding, ACWPS has defended first principles in US foreign policy. These founding tenets promote the “inextinguishable rights of human nature…equal liberty, equal justice, and equal rights.” (John Q. Adams, July 4, 1821).

We have helped thousands of military and civilian practitioners understand the intent and purpose of WPS: taking into account human considerations in planning and operations, and integrating it as a targeted, practical approach into their portfolios, fostering engagement with partner nations around the world.

Our events and online policy forum, Fortis!, amplify the voices of practitioners, policy professionals, and important perspectives not often heard such as adult children born of wartime rape who are now building peace; young people committed to defending fundamental rights and safety for all; military personnel with valuable but under-recognized experiences; and under-resourced communities seeking balanced investment in education for both girls and boys.

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