This Policy Brief outlines the analysis drawn from the research “The role of civil society organizations with women leadership implement­ing UNSCR 1325 and JONAP in Jordan” conducted from April to Au­gust 2023 by the Al Nahda Women Studies Unit Team at ARDD. Serv­ing as the primary foundation for the reasoning and recommendations developed herein, the research sheds light on the challenges encoun­tered by women-led civil society organizations (WLCSOs) while also identifying diverse opportunities inherent to the localization process. Emphasizing the crucial role of WLCSOs in overcoming challenges and capitalizing on opportunities in the localization of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, this brief aims to inform policies and practices that empower WLCSOs and promote their role in the sustainable implementation of the Jordanian National Action Plan.

This brief provides recommendations for policymakers, donors, and civil society organizations to enhance the Localizing UNSCR 1325 and empower women-led civil society CSOs.