About Book

This edited volume examines the complex roles that female combatants play in conflict and their experiences during post-conflict reintegration. The contributors explore the gendered dynamics of violence and the challenges women face when transitioning from armed groups to reintegration into society. Focusing on specific case studies, the book critically discusses the challenges of addressing gender-based violence, the rehabilitation processes, and the shifting power structures that affect women in post-conflict settings. The volume offers new insights into how gender influences both the experience of violence and the potential for healing and empowerment in post-conflict environments. The collection touches on themes such as the intersection of gender and violence, the unique needs of female ex-combatants, and the broader implications of gendered approaches to peacebuilding and reintegration strategies. Drawing on a variety of conflict zones and case studies, Female Combatants in Conflict and Peace provides a vital contribution to the discourse on women’s roles in war and peace, especially focusing on their struggles and agency in post-conflict environments.