ABSTRACT
This chapter explores the perceptions of women in rural communities in Myanmar of the ongoing peace process, focuses on their views on women’s participation in the peace process. It presents findings from a dual-case investigation of local perceptions of the contributions of women to peace negotiations. The chapter aims to gain a deeper understanding of the prospects for greater participation of women in Myanmar’s peace processes and how lasting peace might be achieved. It highlights the role of women in peacemaking, assuming that the meaningful inclusion of women is vital for the peace process. The chapter deals with a brief overview of the armed conflict in Monland, followed by a review of Mon women’s involvement in the peace process. It explores both the similarities and differences between the two sites in terms of the inclusion of women, especially in peacebuilding and security.
