WELCOME TO THE
WOMEN, PEACE & SECURITY
CHIEFS OF DEFENCE (WPS CHODS) NETWORK

In support of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 and associated resolutions, Bangladesh, Canada and the United Kingdom launched the Women, Peace and Security Chiefs of Defence (WPS CHODS) Network in November 2017.

The purpose of the Women Peace and Security Chiefs of Defence (WPS CHODS) Network is to provide a collaborative platform for Chiefs of Defence (CHODs) who have committed to advancing the WPS agenda within their defence force.

In the very short time since its establishment, the membership has grown significantly and is still growing. The Network represents an invaluable opportunity for CHODs to share and discuss strategies, experiences, best practices, and innovative ideas to advance the implementation of the WPS agenda.

The WPS CHODs Network exists to support Member States and UN regional andmultinational security organizations to translate and interpret the WPS agenda from policy to military practice in times of conflict and peace. Upon joining, members pledge to take concrete measures to strengthen, enhance, and accelerate the integration of the WPS Agenda into their national armed forces at home and when deployed. The WPS CHODs Network thereby drives transformational cultural and institutional change in support of UNSCR 1325 and associated resolutions.