As one of those fortunate enough to attend the Nobel Women’s Initiative gathering, 'Redefining Democracy for Peace', I’m filled with hope for how women’s leadership can help pave the way for a more peaceful and sustainable future that is free from the prevailing ideology of militarism. For far too long, world leaders have accepted the logic of using military intervention or violence as the most effective way to resolve conflict. The past century and the first decade of the 21st century have been marked by bloody military conflicts. Read more...