This sub-theme provides information relevant to the implementation of Gender Training for UN peacekeepers. 

Peacekeeping operations are a significant part of the work of the United Nations and the Security Council in relation to conflict situations. For activities to support and build peace to be successful, an understanding of gender issues through gender training is critical. It is imperative for peacekeeping personnel, at all levels, to respond appropriately to the different ways that women, men, girls and boys are affected by armed conflict and its aftermath.

With the adoption of Security Council Resolution 1325 on 31 October 2000, the United Nations and Member States expressed commitment to incorporating gender perspectives into peacekeeping operations through several actions including: ensuring that UN field operations include a gender component (OP5) and training peacekeeping personnel on gender (OP6). Gender training is an important tool for ensuring that peacekeeping personnel can meet these commitments and fulfill their mandate.