Women at the Heart of Sudan’s Peace and Democracy

Women at the Heart of Sudan’s Peace and Democracy Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to share with you our latest reports about Sudanese women during wars and conflicts. The attached reports provide a comprehensive account of the suffering and resilience of Sudanese women during wars and conflicts, from the first post independence war in 1955 to the ongoing crisis since April 2023. They document systematic violations, highlight the economic, social, and political burdens borne by women, and expose patterns of impunity that have persisted across regimes. Beyond analysis, the reports present a unified set of recommendations focused on accountability, inclusive peacebuilding, grassroots empowerment, protection services, and legal reform. They call for women’s meaningful inclusion in peace and democratic processes not as symbolic figures, but as central actors in shaping Sudan’s future of justice, equality, and social stability …read more