"Women’s voices should not only be heard because they are the victims of the war. Their active participation in peace efforts is essential, because they are the most effective peace builders. As men take up arms, women hold communities together in times of war."
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Mary Robinson, UN envoy for Africa’s Great Lakes region

Democratic Republic of the Congo’s women hold key to lasting peace (Guardian)

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