Women’s Leadership in Environmental Peacebuilding: Converging Nature, Climate, and Peace
Publisher: CCCU Research Space Repository
Author(s): I. Kopytsia and N. Slobodian
Date: 2025
Topics: Conflict Causes, Gender, Peace and Security Operations
Countries: Russian Federation, Ukraine
This article examines the role of female leadership in environmental peacebuilding, focusing on the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine. It explores how women have been disproportionately affected by war, yet have emerged as key figures in addressing environmentally related challenges and promoting sustainable peace. Drawing on recent data and case studies, it argues that women’s increased participation is reshaping approaches to post-conflict recovery and sustainable reconstruction. The study highlights how women-led efforts in renewable energy innovation, energy transition, environmental restoration, green recovery, policy advocacy, and industrial sector participation contribute to both immediate recovery and long-term ecological resilience. By analysing these contributions, the commentary demonstrates the critical importance of integrating gender equality perspectives into environmental peacebuilding strategies and offers insights for policymakers engaged in post-conflict reconstruction efforts globally.