17 visitors from multiple countries will be coming to make professional connections in San Diego exploring the following specific objectives for the project outlined by the Department of State:

• Examine the current and historical roles of women in political transitions, post-conflict reconstruction, humanitarian emergencies, conflict prevention, and peacemaking efforts
• Assess the impact of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 (UNSCR 1325), which reaffirmed the important role of women in peace and security, and explore inter-agency coordination to implement the resolution
• Compare conflict transformation, resolution, and mediation techniques and their situational benefits and challenges
• Demonstrate the role of women in civil society, government, business, politics, and education in promoting community stability, security, and well-being
• Illustrate how women leaders mentor the next generation of female leaders in various specialties/areas of expertise in service to their communities
• Familiarize participants with the constitutional, judicial, and legislative processes and practices that promote gender equality and protect women’s human rights