6. Oktober 2025
EPLO Statement – Reaffirming and Safeguarding the EU’s Approach to Women, Peace and Security
In September 2025, EPLO and its members reaffirmed the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda as a cornerstone of EU external action, stressing its importance amidst shrinking civic space, militarisation, and backlash against women’s rights. The statement urges the EU to strengthen and adapt its WPS approach to address persistent and emerging challenges such as gender-based violence, digital harassment, and climate-related impacts. EPLO calls on the EU to prioritise localisation and partnerships, commit to long-term frameworks, provide flexible funding, and ensure an inclusive agenda to safeguard its credibility and promote sustainable peace.
