Policy Analysis & Toolkits
Developed through collaboration with governments, civil society, and international organisations, these publications provide practical tools and policy-oriented analysis to support more inclusive and accountable peacebuilding processes.
Développées en collaboration avec des gouvernements, la société civile et des organisations internationales, ces publications proposent des outils concrets et des analyses orientées vers les politiques publiques afin de soutenir des processus de consolidation de la paix plus inclusifs et responsables.
Policy Analysis & Research Reports
These publications provide policy-oriented analysis grounded in feminist approaches to peace and security, offering critical reflections and recommendations for governments, civil society, and international organisations.
Ces publications proposent des analyses orientées vers les politiques publiques, ancrées dans des approches féministes de la paix et de la sécurité, et formulant des recommandations à destination des gouvernements, de la société civile et des organisations internationales.
Leclerc, K. (2026), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
→ Examines emerging security risks in the Gulf of Guinea and highlights women’s roles in early warning, conflict prevention, mediation, and community resilience.
→ Proposes gender-responsive policy recommendations to strengthen women’s leadership, institutionalize their participation in prevention mechanisms, and advance coordinated early action through the Prevention Facility.
Leclerc, K. (2026), Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies – Estonia, in collaboration with UN Women Georgia
→ Examines how young women engage in digital diplomacy across conflict-affected contexts in Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus.
→ Explores how digital spaces shape participation, narrative-building, and intercommunal engagement, while highlighting the risks and structural limitations of these environments.
Berents, H., Valladares, I., Nesterova, Y., & Leclerc, K. (2026), Griffith University
DOI: 10.25904/1912/5914
→ Examines intergenerational engagement in the development of Youth, Peace and Security National Action Plans in Finland, the Philippines, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
→ Identifies the limitations of consultation-based approaches and proposes strategies for meaningful intergenerational collaboration, equitable power-sharing, and sustained youth participation in peace and security policymaking.
4. WPS at 25 and Canada’s CNAP3: Feminist Reflections on Progress and Gaps
Leclerc, K., Biskupski-Mujanovic, S., & Keeler, S. (2025), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Assesses progress and gaps in Canada’s third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
→ Identifies key challenges in implementation and areas for strengthening feminist policy commitments.
5. Overlapping Pillars, Missed Opportunities: Building Coherence across WPS and YPS
Leclerc, K. (2025), Research Network on Women, Peace and Security.
DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.23553.57448
→ Examines fragmentation between the WPS and YPS agendas across policy frameworks and institutions.
→ Highlights opportunities for more coherent and integrated approaches to peace and security.
6. No Peace Without Pride: Integrating LGBTQI+ Perspectives into Youth, Peace and Security
Leclerc, K. & Bohémier, A. (2025), Canadian Coalition for Youth, Peace & Security
→ Explores the marginalisation of LGBTQI+ perspectives within YPS policy and practice.
→ Proposes pathways for more inclusive and intersectional approaches to peacebuilding.
7. The Role of Allyship in the WPS Community Amid the Genocide in Palestine
Leclerc, K. (2024), Palestine Working Group of the Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Reflects on the role and responsibilities of allyship within the WPS community in contexts of ongoing violence.
→ Examines tensions between advocacy, solidarity, and institutional engagement.
8. “Foundations for Peace” in Turbulent Times: Analysis of Canada’s Third National Action Plan on WPS
Santoire, B., Leclerc, K., & Woroniuk, B. (2024), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Provides a civil society analysis of CNAP3, assessing priorities, gaps, and policy coherence.
→ Highlights key challenges in implementation and accountability within Canada’s WPS framework.
9. Young Women in the Lead: Actualizing the Nexus between WPS and YPS
Leclerc, K. & Mugo, A. (2024), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders and UN Women
→ Analyses the intersection between WPS and YPS through the lens of young women’s leadership.
→ Advances a framework for strengthening linkages across agendas in policy and practice.
10. Fostering Feminist Peace at Home: Implications for CNAP3
Leclerc, K., Santoire, B., & Woroniuk, B. (2023), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Examines domestic dimensions of Canada’s WPS commitments.
→ Identifies implications for implementation and policy coherence at the national level.
11. Reporting on Progress: Reflections on the Latest CNAP Report
Woroniuk, B., Leclerc, K., & St-Pierre, K. (2021), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Reviews Canada’s WPS reporting processes and identifies key gaps in accountability.
12. Reflections on Canada’s National Action Plan on WPS: Gains, Gaps & Goals
Leclerc, K., Woroniuk, B., & Wählen, C. (2021), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Provides a civil society assessment of Canada’s WPS commitments and implementation.
13. Témoignages : La vie politique chez les jeunes femmes
Leclerc, K. & Campbell, A. (2019), PrésentEs (Alliance des femmes de la francophonie canadienne)
→ Explores young women’s experiences of political participation in Canada.
14. Political Participation: Where Are the Young Women?
Leclerc, K. & Campbell, A. (2019), Feminist Word (Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women)
→ Examines barriers to young women’s participation in political and decision-making spaces.
15. L’espace du féminisme sur la scène internationale
Leclerc, K. (2018), Feminist Word (Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women)
→ Reflects on the role of feminism in international policy and advocacy spaces.
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Toolkits & Practical Guides
These toolkits translate policy and research into practical resources designed to support implementation, advocacy, and inclusive peacebuilding in diverse contexts.
Ces outils traduisent les politiques et la recherche en ressources pratiques visant à soutenir la mise en œuvre, le plaidoyer et des processus de paix inclusifs dans divers contextes.
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1. Investing in Youth for Peace: An Investors’ Guide to Supporting Youth-Led Peace
Leclerc, K. & Picón Martínez, A. (2026), Investing and Partnering with Youth for Peace (IPYP), Dag Hammarskjöld Foundation & Interpeace
→ Provides practical guidance for investors to meaningfully engage with and support youth-led peacebuilding.
→ Introduces the Youth Peace Finance (YPF) Principles and the Peace Finance Impact Framework (PFIF) to align investments with peace and youth outcomes.
→ Draws on consultations with youth peacebuilders across regions, highlighting both systemic barriers and pathways for more equitable partnerships.
2. Beyond Tokenism: A Toolkit for Genuine Youth Participation in Civic Spaces
Leclerc, K. & Wong, S. (2024), Canadian Coalition for Youth, Peace & Security
→ Provides practical guidance for advancing meaningful youth participation in civic and policy spaces.
→ Challenges tokenistic approaches and offers tools for more inclusive and accountable engagement.
3. Youth, Peace and Security: Fostering Youth-Inclusive Political Processes
Contributor, United Nations Development Programme (2024)
→ Supports policymakers and practitioners in integrating youth into political and peace processes.
→ Offers practical entry points for operationalising youth inclusion across governance contexts.
4. Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+) in Conflict, Crises and Emergencies
Leclerc, K. & Despain, A. (2023), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Provides a practical toolkit for applying GBA+ in conflict and crisis settings.
→ Supports more gender-responsive and inclusive approaches to emergency and peacebuilding interventions.
5. Exchanging Ideas, Shaping Peace: A Guide for Intergenerational and Intercommunal Peace Exchanges
Leclerc, K. & Farion, S. (2022), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Offers practical guidance for designing and facilitating inclusive peace exchanges.
→ Focuses on strengthening intergenerational dialogue and collaboration across communities.
6. Young Women & Girls Read, Lead & Build Peaceful Communities
Contributor & Copy-Editor (2019), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Supports young women and girls in leadership, literacy, and peacebuilding initiatives.
→ Provides tools for community-based engagement and empowerment through education and advocacy.
7. Our Voice Makes a Difference: A Guide to Civil Society Advocacy on WPS
Veillet Chowdhury, E., Leclerc, K., & Yzique Zea, K. (2018), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Guides civil society actors in advocacy on Women, Peace and Security.
→ Strengthens strategies for influencing policy and advancing gender-responsive peacebuilding.
8. From Best Practice to Standard Practice: Localization of UNSCR 1325
Publication Coordinator (2018), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Provides guidance on localising Women, Peace and Security commitments.
→ Supports the integration of UNSCR 1325 into local governance and community-level action.
9. No Money, No NAP: Manual for Costing and Budgeting National Action Plans on UNSCR 1325
Publication Coordinator & Contributor (2017), Global Network of Women Peacebuilders
→ Offers practical tools for costing and budgeting WPS National Action Plans.
→ Supports more sustainable and accountable implementation of policy commitments.
Blogs & Opinion Editorials
These pieces offer more accessible reflections on peace and security, engaging broader audiences and contributing to public and policy debates.
Ces textes proposent des réflexions accessibles sur la paix et la sécurité, contribuant aux débats publics et politiques.
1. #WPSAdvice: From Crisis to Commitment: Why the New Government Must Lead on Women, Peace and Security
Leclerc, K. (2025), Women, Peace and Security Network–Canada
→ Calls for renewed Canadian leadership on the WPS agenda in a context of global crises and democratic backsliding.
→ Outlines concrete priorities, including CNAP3 implementation, funding for feminist peacebuilding, and institutional leadership.
2. Héritières de paix et disruptrices de sécurité : Les jeunes femmes réinventent l’avenir
Leclerc, K. (2025), Population & Security [🏆 Winner of “Best French Blog on Women and Security 2025” (Women in International Security–Canada)]
→ Explores how young women are reshaping peace and security through leadership, innovation, and advocacy.
→ Highlights their role in challenging traditional security paradigms and advancing feminist approaches.
3. Être allié-e-s pour la paix et la sécurité des femmes en Palestine
Leclerc, K. (2024), Institut d’études internationales de Montréal
→ Reflects on the role of allyship in advancing Women, Peace and Security in the context of Palestine.
→ Examines responsibilities, risks, and ethical considerations in solidarity and advocacy.
4. Recognizing Growth: How Peace and Security Agendas Can Diverge and Remain Mutually Supportive
Crighton, M. & Leclerc, K. (2021), Canadian Coalition for Youth, Peace & Security
→ Explores the evolving relationship between the WPS and YPS agendas.
→ Highlights how divergence can coexist with complementary and mutually reinforcing approaches.
