Although Brazil is not a post-conflict country, our experience suggests that ...

Although Brazil is not a post-conflict country, our experience suggests that there are significant long-term social and economic benefits in steering social programs towards women. A similar approach may be fruitful in peacebuilding. This is not merely a question of distributive justice, but of inducing meaningful change. Ensuring women's economic inclusion has the potential to permanently transform their role in society, regardless of cultural and historical particularities. This should be our collective goal.