CLEAN : International women's day: portrait of Cyprus peacekeeping chief

Elizabeth Speller, head of the UN peacekeeping mission in Cyprus, discusses her role and the importance of gender representation in peacekeeping. She highlights the challenges and opportunities for women in these roles and emphasizes the need for peacekeeping missions to relate to the communities they serve. The UN aims to achieve 50% female leadership in missions, and Speller stresses the importance of supporting women to advance in their careers.

Who is Elizabeth Speller?

• A UN peacekeeping mission leader in Cyprus

• A military officer in the UN

• A member of the police force

• A delegate arriving on the 28th

What is the approximate percentage of female personnel in the military component of the mission?

• 28%

• 50%

• 6%

• 12%

Why is it important for peacekeeping missions to reflect the communities they serve?

• To increase military strength

• To follow international laws

• To reduce costs

• To improve relatability and interaction

What is the target percentage for female leadership positions in UN missions?

• 25%

• 50%

• 10%

• 75%

What challenge does Elizabeth Speller mention regarding women in peacekeeping roles?

• Challenges in moving up the ranks

• Difficulty in recruitment

• Cultural barriers

• Lack of training