GIWPS Research

Our research focuses on building the evidence-based case for what we know to be true—that women are pivotal to preventing conflict, achieving peace, mitigating climate change, and building more prosperous societies.

The Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) produces policy-oriented research, combining rigorous scholarship with practical tools and real-world insights to make the data-driven case for inclusive approaches to peace and security. Our research program is shaped by the priorities of women on the frontlines of conflict and crisis around the world and grounded in evidence-based analysis designed to influence global policy and practice. Through reports, policy briefs, indices, and toolkits, GIWPS emphasizes a holistic approach that addresses interconnected issues such as conflict, economic empowerment, climate fragility, masculinities, and diversity in governance.

Our flagship research initiatives like the Women, Peace and Security Index, the Women, Peace and Security Conflict Tracker, and the Women, Peace and Security Survey, provide policymakers and practitioners with data-driven insights into women’s inclusion, justice, and security around the world. Methodologically, GIWPS employs mixed approaches—quantitative indices, qualitative case studies, and field research—to capture the complexities of women’s experiences in conflict-affected regions. The Institute adopts a collaborative approach, developing projects in partnership with women leaders, governments, international organizations, and academic institutions to ensure impact and relevance.

GIWPS is committed to producing research that reflects the realities of women impacted by armed conflict, while also shining a spotlight on their leadership in peace and security efforts. Our research program is distinguished by rigorous, data-driven insights that are translated into actionable recommendations aimed at transforming how policymakers, institutions, and practitioners understand and promote the role of women in achieving peace and security.

Flagship Research

Our goal is to provide policymakers, practitioners, and academics with tools that focus on the role of women in global peace and security efforts.

  • Women, Peace and Security Index

    The WPS Index scores and ranks the performance of 177 countries based on women’s inclusion, justice, and security.
    Index

  • Women, Peace and Security Conflict Tracker

    The WPS Conflict Tracker monitors and analyzes global armed conflict through a WPS lens.
    Tracker

  • Women, Peace and Security Survey

    GIWPS conducted a global survey of women supporting peace and security efforts in their communities. We heard directly from 2,800+ women in 120+ countries about their needs and priorities.
    Survey

Key Publications

GIWPS has conducted cutting-edge research for almost 15 years. Here are some of our flagship publications.

Research Priorities

Aid & Development | Armed Conflict | Climate & Environment | Countering Extremism | Democracy & Human Rights | Economic Empowerment | Gender Based Violence | Justice and Accountability | Migration & Displacement | Participation | Peacebuilding & Negotiation | Prevention | Protection | Relief & Recovery | Technology & Digital Rights | WPS Policy Documents

Meet the Team

Haleema Hasan

Women, Peace and Security Index Research Manager and Lead Author

Research

Haleema Hasan

Allida Black

Director, Hillary Rodham Clinton Oral History Project

Research

Allida Black

Rebecca Turkington

Hillary Rodham Clinton Oral History Project Fellow

Research

Rebecca Turkington

Vicka Heidt

2025-2026 Hillary Rodham Clinton Research Fellow

Research

Vicka Heidt

Ava Kawamura

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Student Assistants

Ava Kawamura

Laura Montgomery

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Student Assistants

Laura Montgomery

WPS Resource Center

The Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) is making a concerted effort to create a hub of WPS-related resources and preserve documents and data – particularly those that have been taken down from public platforms or are at risk of removal. Visit the WPS Resource Center to view documents related to issues of Women, Peace and Security such resource guides, policy briefs, government and NGO reports, articles, and press releases.This is an ongoing effort – please share any relevant documents or direct any questions to us at wps.resources@georgetown.edu!

WPS Resource Center