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Women play a critical role in diplomacy and security, so why aren't more in positions of power?

  • Written by Federica Caso, Sessional Lecturer in Peace and Conflict Studies, The University of Queensland

In recent years, Australia has put an emphasis on bringing more women into its defence, foreign affairs and diplomacy ranks. But a new global index shows the country still has work to do to improve gender equality and promote women in security.

The recently released #SHEcurity Index measures women’s participation and representation in...

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