Gender and International Security

CSIS's Smart Women, Smart Power Project leads research that uses gender as a lens for better understanding international relations and national security challenges – and discern ways through which the national security, foreign policy and business communities can better advance gender equity in their decision-making structures.

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Inclusive Innovation for U.S. Economic Growth and Resiliency

Data shows that inclusivity in entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems greatly improves economic growth. In a changing global landscape, investing in a more inclusive innovation community is key for the United States’ long-term economic success and national security.

Report by Tom Guevara , Alexander Kersten , and Srishti Khemka — May 30, 2023

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

The Evolution and Future of War in Air and Space

In the second episode of our new Women in the Military series, host Beverly Kirk and her guests discuss the evolution of air and space operations and the warfighting domain. 

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk — September 8, 2021

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Diplomatic Lessons of the Cold War

Host Beverly Kirk spoke with Dr. Diana Villiers Negroponte, the author of “Master Negotiator,” which covers the career and legacy of former Secretary of State James Baker. 

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk — August 30, 2021

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Belonging, Inclusion, Battles Still Not Won

Host Beverly Kirk is joined by retired Air Force Colonel Mo Barrett, Marine Reservist Major Lindsay Rodman, and retired Navy Commander Amanda Stahlschmidt.

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk — August 25, 2021

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Afghanistan: Bullets, Backlash, Blame Games, Women & Girls

This episode's discussion focused on the collapse of the Afghan military, the Taliban takeover, and the impact on Afghan women and girls.

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk and Emily Harding — August 20, 2021

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Future Strategy Forum: Technology in a Changing IR Landscape

The panel discussed their winning essays that covered topics ranging from emerging technology to political-military war gaming, and surveillance issues in the modern era.

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk — August 13, 2021

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Hypersonic Renaissance

Host Beverly Kirk is joined by Erin Kocourek, Senior Director of Requirements and Capabilities at Raytheon Missiles & Defense, for a conversation on the United States’ efforts to build up hypersonic offensive and defensive capabilities. 

Podcast Episode by Beverly Kirk — July 14, 2021

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