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Protection of civilians mandate
Many peacekeeping missions have a mandate to protect civilians, in particular those under threat of physical harm. The Protection of Civilians (POC) is a responsibility that includes all parts of a peacekeeping mission…
Child protection advisers
Although everybody in a peacekeeping operation, including our military and the police, plays a role in protecting children. We also have special advisers who in those countries in which conflict impacts children most severely…
- Women, Peace and Security (WPS) 01
Women in peacekeeping
Women are deployed as police, military and civilian personnel within peacekeeping missions.
Female Military
Increasing the deployment of female peacekeepers to peace operations significantly, contributes to achieving sustainable peace and the improved wellbeing of women and girls in conflict-affected regions. Security Council…
Gender Advocate of the Year Award
The United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award recognises the dedication and effort of an individual peacekeeper in promoting the principles within the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325. Created…
- About Peacekeeping 01
Operational support
The effectiveness of peace operations always depends on the operational support it receives. The Department of Operational Support (DOS) helps peace operations succeed by providing support solutions that are rapid, effective…
Environmental management
The urgent deployment of thousands of civilian, police and military personnel requires a large amount of logistical support. Peacekeeping personnel often operate in the world's hardest-to-reach places and in countries with…
- Enabling peaceful, resilient societies (Civil Affairs) 01
Conflict and natural resources
Environmental factors, such as the exploitation of natural resources and the climate- and ecological-related stresses, are becoming significant causes of violent conflict. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) found…
- About Peacekeeping 01
Civilian personnel
Around 9,000 civilians and United Nations Volunteers now serve in United Nations peacekeeping operations around the world. As peacekeeping operations have become more multi-dimensional, the need for specialized civilian…
- Action Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) 01
Standards of conduct
The UN expects peacekeeping personnel to adhere to the highest standards of behaviour and conduct.