(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) DOHA, Nov 5 (KUNA) -- The State of Kuwait Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights, Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Duaij Al-Sabah, on Wednesday affirmed that women are capable of taking on key mediating and peacebuilding roles.
This came during a side event on women's role in peacebuilding: voices from the Arab region, organized by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with the League of Arab States and UN Women, on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha.
Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Al-Sabah emphasized the need to reshape women's image in the media, noting that women are often portrayed as victims despite their ability to take on vital roles in mediation and peacebuilding.
She highlighted that women in GCC countries now serve on the frontlines, including in the military, noting that their roles extend beyond politics and diplomacy, which is a clear testament to their capability to excel in all fields.
Sheikha Jawaher highlighted women's significant contributions to mediation and diplomacy, noting their active roles in conflict zones and their ability to perform effectively in the most challenging environments.
The Second World Summit for Social Development kicked off Tuesday in Doha, Qatar, and will run for three days. (end)
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