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In its nearly 80-year history, the relevance of peacekeeping has been questioned repeatedly. In today’s complex conflict environment, UN peacekeeping is being asked to do more with less amid 25% cuts to its global personnel and finds itself at a crossroads. Should the international community find another solution to address challenges to peace? Hear from Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian, former Force Commander of the UN Mission in South Sudan…
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Peacekeeping by the numbers
2M
More than two million men and women have served under the UN flag since 1948.
71
Over the years, UN peacekeepers
have served in 71 missions
around the world.
10%
Women represent
10% of uniformed personnel serving
in peace operations.
50,000
More than 50,000 peacekeepers
are currently serving in
11 peacekeeping missions.
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UN peacekeeping operations are deployed with the consent of the main parties to the conflict.
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The Security Council determines the deployment of a new UN peace operation.
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We work to ensure women’s priorities are central to peace and security decisions at all levels.
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The Peace Begins with Me campaign recognizes the service and sacrifice of UN peacekeepers.