Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright once said, "Societies are more stable when women are politically and economically empowered." This powerful statement underscores the importance of womenâs empowerment in fostering peace, stability, and sustainable development. Over the last several decades, the United States has taken significant steps to improve the rights and status of women and girls globally. Empowering and protecting women is not only a moral imperative, but also a strategic necessity for effective peace and security efforts worldwide. This book examines the wide-ranging...