Ultimately, the priority is to help secure political agreements and build sustainable peace, as peacekeepers patrol by land, air and water to deter violence and create a safe space for dialogue. Chief of Strategic…

For 75 years, UN peacekeeping has made a tangible difference in the lives of millions of people caught up in catastrophic conflict. Peacekeepers are ordinary people, working in dangerous and strenuous conditions to achieve…

Prison support is central to what United Nations peace operations can offer to societies emerging from violent conflict. Well-functioning, safe, secure and humane prisons enable justice to be served fairly and equally…

Chief Warrant Officer Alizéta Kabore Kinda of Burkina Faso is the 2022 United Nations Woman Police Officer of the Year. A fierce defender of the rights of women and education for girls, Officer Kinda has a proud record of…

Peacekeepers come from many different countries to serve in our missions and help create sustainable peace for communities experiencing conflict. Here's a message from them on what a peaceful world can look like. 2022 Theme…

Women are critical to UN Peacekeeping's success around the world. They now have more women leaders than ever before, and have also increased the number of women military, police and civilian peacekeepers overall.

Community Liaison Assistants (CLAs) are national staff of peacekeeping operations who act as a bridge between the United Nations and the local communities. CLAs are critical enablers for UN protection of civilians (POC) work…

UN Peacekeeping is a truly global partnership. During the 2021 UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Seoul, Republic of Korea, Member States will have the opportunity to pledge resources to strengthen capacity and help enhance…

Major Seynabou Diouf of the Senegal National Police was selected as the 2019 United Nations Female Police Officer of the Year.