Empowering Women and Building Peace: Larsa Advances UNSCR 1325 in Baghdad Workshop

Larsa Organization took part in a two-day workshop held in Baghdad on Friday, September 5, and Saturday, September 7. The workshop was organized by Our Organization for Women and Children’s Culture, with support from UN Women, as part of the project “Managing Funding for NGOs working on UN Security Council Resolution 1325”, funded by the Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF).

The workshop brought together more than forty organizations from different sectors, including Larsa, to discuss a number of key topics. Central discussions revolved around the significance of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, particularly its role in protecting women’s rights and ensuring their participation in peace processes and decision-making. Participants also addressed the importance of diversifying financial resources to secure organizational independence and sustainability, rather than relying entirely on external donors.

Another vital issue raised was independence and neutrality, emphasizing the need to preserve the integrity of civil society work away from political influence. The workshop further highlighted the value of collaboration among organizations, encouraging knowledge exchange and broader impact, as well as the role of transparency in financial and administrative systems to build trust with communities and donors alike.

Larsa believes that such workshops are an important opportunity to strengthen cooperation, empower Iraqi women, and contribute to building sustainable peace in Iraq.