Joint Protection Teams: A Model for Enhancing Civilian Security

Publication Date: November 2010
Authors: Tobie Whitman
Abstract: Joint Protection Teams (JPTs) are a promising model for advancing protection efforts by peacekeepers currently being used by the UN in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. By promoting contact between peacekeepers and the local community, bringing civilian expertise to inaccessible areas, and increasing the number of women involved in protection efforts, JPTs are an encouraging tool. However, by refining and enhancing the JPT approach more can be done to promote   engagement with local women to combat sexual violence and to enhance peacebuilding. This policy brief highlights the keys to success for promoting women’s engagement in peacekeeping using JPTs in the DRC and other conflict-affected regions globally. (7 pages)

Also see the related September 2010 CSAG Working Paper - Addressing Sexual and Gender-based Violence in Conflict-Affected Settings: Strategies for Protection.

 

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