Women’s Social Roles and Peace Building in Al-Abassiya Locality: 2012-2024

This research focused on the social roles of women in Al-Abassiya locality, South Kordofan State, examining the obstacles they face and the impact on their participation in peace building.Using qualitative methods, data were collected through various means, revealing that conflicts have significantly affected women's lives, particularly in rural areas.Women play key roles in family, education, health services, and humanitarian aid, but their involvement in conflict resolution and peace building activities is limited.Obstacles include cognitive, economic, social, and institutional barriers.Recommendations include providing education and training programs, strengthening economic status, ensuring women's representation in decision-making bodies, advocating for legal reforms promoting gender equality, improving access to information technologies, educating communities on women's involvement in peace building, and providing support services for women affected by conflicts.