Women, Peace & Security (WPS) in US Security Cooperation (Hardback)

The authors of this groundbreaking book explore the origins, rationale, and evolution of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) efforts in the context of US security cooperation. Focusing on real-world policy and practice, they draw on cases ranging from post–World War II Japan to contemporary Ghana to demonstrate how including women in security cooperation efforts, while not without challenges, has improved operational effectiveness across the US military, built better security relationships, and advanced civil-military relations and human rights.

CONTENTS:
Women, Peace, and Security—S. Yoshihara.WHY WPS?The Origins and Evolution of WPS—S. Yoshihara.Gender Analysis and Advising—S. Graham and N. Plateroti.Improving Military Planning—L.B. Babin.FROM POLICY TO PRACTICE.Post–World War II Japan—G. Hoffman.Hard Lessons in Afghanistan—P. Cegielski.Strategic Advising in US Southern Command—D.M. Turner.Tactical Engagement in Operation Allies Welcome—E.G. Courtney.Civil-Military Relations in Ghana—N. Tomb.Civilian Harm Mitigation and International Law—N.W. Mull.CONCLUSION.The Future of WPS—S. Yoshihara.