The Role of Female Peacekeepers in United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei: Opportunities and Constraints in a Volatile Operational Environment

Author(s)	Mr. Jumanne Abdallah Sauji
Country	Tanzania
Abstract	The participation of female peacekeepers in the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) has become an essential component of contemporary peace operations. This article examines the multifaceted roles of female peacekeepers in UNISFA, highlighting the opportunities they create in improving mission effectiveness, promoting gender-sensitive approaches to peacebuilding, and fostering community trust. It also explores the constraints they face due to the volatile security context of Abyei, organizational and cultural barriers, and limited representation. Drawing on a combination of primary and secondary sources, including UN reports, academic literature, and field data, the article provides an analytical framework to understand the transformative potential and persistent challenges associated with female peacekeepers in complex missions such as UNISFA.
Keywords	Female peacekeepers, UNISFA, Abyei, Gender, Peacekeeping, Conflict resolution
Field	Sociology > Intelligence / Security
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On	2025-07-07
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.45957
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9s89n

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