About Us
Operation 1325
Operation 1325 is a Swedish civil society organisation working for the implementation of UNSCR 1325, in Sweden and in partnership with women’s and peace organisations around the world.
Founded by a number of Swedish women’s and peace organisations in 2006, it yet today serves as an umbrella organisation advocating for the implementation of Resolution 1325 together with its partner organisations. We are a network that together creates a more prominent base to work of off. Our purpose is to inform, lobby and capacity-build in relation to the agenda of women, peace and security. We work across generations in various forms.
Together with women from many
MEMBER ORGANISATIONS
BOARD MEMBERS
SECRETARIAT
SENIOR COUNCIL
NETWORK
OUR DONORS
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
GOVERNING DOCUMENTS
Our History: From RESOLUTION to OPERATION
In 2000, UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security adopted and recognized for the first time that women’s full participation in conflict management is a matter of international peace and security. The resolution was the result of many years of civil society organization’s lobbying and advocacy work that ultimately paid off.
The historic resolution led a number of Swedish women and peace organisations to gather in 2003 to discuss how they could work together to implement the resolution and become a reality. In 2006, the umbrella organisation Operation 1325 was registered as a result.
Since 2006, Operation 1325 has worked nationally and internationally to influence those in power and civil society to take Resolution 1325 into greater consideration. Women’s perspective on security must permeate all Swedish peace-building work, not least diplomatic relations, development cooperation, and military and civilian efforts.
Member Organisations
Operation 1325 is an umbrella organisation consisting of the following member organisations:
KVINNOR FÖR FRED
Kvinnor för Fred, KFF, was established in 1978 and is an organisation working with peace based on women’s own conditions.
KVINNORKAN
KvinnorKan is a non-profit organisation that works for equal rights for women and men.
SVERIGES EKUMENISKA KVINNORÅD
Sveriges Ekumeniska Kvinnoråd, SEK, is a non-profit organisation existing since 1959. It is a forum for Christian women in Sweden.
SVERIGES KVINNLIGA LÄKARES FÖRENING
Kvinnliga Läkares Förening, KLF, was inspired by Women’s doctor committee, which was created in 1916 by Karolina Widerstrom who was Sweden’s first female doctor.
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BOARD MEMBERS
Operation 1325’s board consists of individuals with suitable backgrounds nominated by our member organizations. The board works on strategic issues that are implemented by the office staff.
JULLE BERGENHOLTZ-FOGLANDER
Julle works on a daily basis at RESCUE Sweden with the organization’s humanitarian partnership with Sida.
“Through my involvement in Operation 1325, I want to contribute to putting women, peace and security in a significantly greater focus within Swedish aid. In the times we live in, sustainable peace is needed more than ever, and it is only possible if women have a strong voice and the power to decide.”
ANETTE UDDQVIST – KASSÖR
Anette has fifteen years of experience working in the aid sector. She has worked for several years with international humanitarian work in conflict areas, as a seconded coordinator for Doctors Without Borders, as well as being the Chief of Staff for Operation 1325 and the Office and Finance Manager for Doctors Without Borders’ Swedish office.
“From my work in conflict areas, I have seen up close who has the opportunity to influence the situation and who does not. UN Security Council Resolution 1325 highlights the importance of involving women on equal terms in finding solutions and preventing future conflicts. In a time when the number of active conflicts is breaking records, it remains important to highlight this both in Sweden and in the world. That is why I want to get involved with Operation 1325.”
DANIELA SAMELAND
Daniela has a background in Swedish politics and a strong commitment to healthcare issues. For almost ten years she worked as political secretary in the Stockholm Region with responsibility for healthcare issues and negotiated political priorities in the billions. Today, Daniela is a social policy strategist at the Swedish Dental Association.
“My social commitment began early, including through an internship at the UN Women office in Stockholm. I am an optimist with a strong belief in the future and a conviction that every person carries a creative power that the world needs. With shared will, responsibility and vision, I am sure that we can shape a significantly more sustainable, fair and inclusive world than the one we see today.”
JENNY MOLIN
Jenny has previously worked as a project manager at Operation 1325 and also has extensive experience working with gender equality, human rights and inclusion within humanitarian, development and peacebuilding assistance within authorities and civil society. Today she works as an advisor for international capacity building projects in disaster risk management and civil defense at the Swedish Agency for Civil Protection and Emergency Preparedness (MSB).
“In a world situation where progress towards gender equality is threatened, terrible conflicts and wars rage, and armament dominates social development, I hope to contribute to Operation 1325’s important voice and work for women’s and girls’ rights and role in achieving sustainable peace.”
ANNIKA SCHABBAUER - tillförordnad ordf.
Annika is a community-based choir singer and farmer with friends and colleagues in many parts of the world. She has previously been the head of the office at Operation 1325 and worked with organizations and authorities for peace, development and gender equality.
“I have chosen to get involved in Operation 1325 because it is important that the work for gender equality continues in all areas, there is nothing more important than peace and security. A strong popular movement is needed for all people to be free and have power over their lives.”
ANNAKLARA NYSTRÖM
When Annaklara is not climbing mountains or hiking in nature with loved ones, she works as a project manager at MSB – currently strengthening Ukraine’s rescue services during the ongoing war. She has extensive experience in women, peace and security, with assignments for, among others, Folke Bernadotte and UN Women.
“I look forward to supporting Operation 1325 in a challenging time – it feels extra important that peace and gender equality are highlighted and given more space at a time when defense issues are taking up more space.”
EMELIE HULTÉN
Emelie previously holds a master’s degree in gender studies and international relations from University College Dublin and in her master’s thesis she examined how the implementation of international conventions linked to gender-based violence in Ukraine has been affected by Russia’s invasion and the country’s EU accession. Previously, Emelie has been involved in voluntary work as a leader of Kvinna till Kvinna’s volunteer group in Gothenburg, has been involved in running the feminist digital magazine “Tora Thinks”, has covered the world for Utrikespolitisk Afton and has interned at Sida’s unit for Eastern Europe. In her daily life, she works as a program officer at Act Svenska Kyrkan.
“Operation 1325’s work on the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace and security based on a local anchoring in the organization’s partner countries is incredibly important, and I am happy about the opportunity to be involved and contribute to the organization’s work.”
LENA ANGVIKEN
Lena has a long-standing interest in women and peace issues with a strong connection to the work of Operation 1325, for example through her involvement in Women for Peace and the board of the local UN association. Lena’s involvement in KFF is based on her opposition to nuclear weapons and this remains one of her heart issues, as is the climate issue.
“These issues are crucial for the continuation of human life on earth. For everyone to realize that women have the same right as men to control their own lives, education of both girls and women, boys and men is crucial. A woman does not demand rights that she does not know she has.”
KARIN BECKMAN
Karin is involved in the Swedish Women’s Left Alliance and has previously worked as a librarian and also has extensive experience from working in upper secondary schools, KomVux and SFI. Karin believes that women’s participation and power in peace processes is fundamental, and thus also the work to implement UN Security Council Resolution 1325. Karin finds the work for women’s equal conditions, opportunities and cooperation across borders both interesting and uplifting to follow.
“It’s not enough to just put a woman in the negotiating room, it’s the background work that 1325 has done that I appreciate. You would think that the resolutions would have had more weight, but unfortunately that hasn’t been the case.”
secretariat
GRACE T. ERIKSSON - VOLUNTEER
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NETWORK WE ARE IN
COLOMBIAGRUPPEN
Network working for peace and human rights in Colombia.
CONCORD SVERIGE
Non-profit organisation and platform working for a fair and sustainable world.
MR-NÄTVERKET
Network for human rights.
OSCE-CSP GENDER GROUP
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe – Civil Society Platform
OSSE-NÄTVERKET
Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe.
SKO
An umbrella organisation for the Swedish women’s movement.
SOLIDARITETSHUSET
Economic Association for Solidaritetshuset.
2250-NÄTVERKET
Network for UN Security Council Resolution 2250 on Youth, Peace and Security.
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OUR DONORS
THE SWEDISH GENDER EQUALITY AGENCY
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Environmental Policy
Operation 1325 aims to contribute to sustainable development and to protect our planet.
Our goal is for our activities to be characterized by awareness of environmental impact. Therefore, we have developed an environmental policy for our office, events, and transportation, to actively work to reduce our environmental impact and promote a more sustainable world.
OFFICE
All information is primarily read on screens to minimize printing. Only necessary printouts are made, as far as possible double-sided and in black and white to minimize resource usage.
Printed materials are distributed digitally/electronically to reduce paper consumption and deforestation.
Sorting waste, including collecting recyclables cans and bottles, is part of our daily work to facilitate recycling and preserve our resources.
All lights are turned off at the end of the workday. Technical equipment is turned off, and temperatures are lowered during holidays to reduce energy consumption and decrease our environmental impact from energy production.
The office uses LED lights to promote sustainable lighting
By donating and selling office equipment, books, and other materials that may be useful to others, we strive to reduce waste and promote a circular economy.
EVENTS
Ecological products are purchased to the greatest extent possible for events, both for beverages and food. The use of ecological goods has several benefits, including the preservation and increase the planets biodiversity. Production of ecological goods avoid dangerous chemicals that can be harmful to both humans and animals, as well as waterways and ecosystems
All food served at events is vegetarian. This decision is made to reduce climate impact, as vegetarian meal generally has significantly less climate impact than a meat-based meal.
Porcelain and glass are used instead of disposable items at events to reduce waste and environmental impact. By choosing reusable alternatives, we reduce our use of disposable products and contribute to a more sustainable use of resources.
TRANSPORTATION
Public transportation or carpooling is prioritised for work-related travel to reduce environmental impact. Preferred options include cycling, trains, and buses. By cycling or using public transportation, we reduce greenhouse gas emissions and alleviate traffic congestion on roads.
Employees are encouraged to work from home at least one day a week to reduce the need for travel to the workplace. The aim is to contribute to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, decrease air pollution, and promote sustainable cities.
To promote cycling to the workplace, the office provides showers and changing rooms for employees to reduce emissions and air pollution from transportation.
governing documents
The organisation Operation 1325 is guided by three key documents. These are the statute, the annual report, and the operational plan for the current year. While the annual report describes the past year, the operational plan lays out the coming year and the intended objectives and projects. You can find the documents for the relevant years below.
BUSINESS PLAN
ANNUAL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Privacy Policy
Fundraising Policy
OPERATION 1325 WAS FOUNDED IN 2003 AS AN UMBRELLA ORGANISATION COMPOSED OF SWEDISH PEACE AND WOMEN'S ORGANISATIONS.
Operation 1325 operates in partnership with peace and women's organisations from across the globe to make United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on women, peace and security, a reality.