Preventing Violent Extremism | Empowered Women, Peaceful Communities

Women and girls are differentially affected by violent extremism. They are often the first victims of violent extremist groups, experiencing horrific violations of their rights. Women are also impacted by counterterrorism policies, which can curtail their rights and impact their quality of life. Increasingly, they are themselves being recruited, forcibly or willingly, to these groups -– and are also playing a role in recruiting other men and women.See more: http://asiapacific.unwomen.org/en/focus-areas/peace-and-security/preven…