Chapter 7: Beyond the Frontlines: A Case for Gendered Peacebuilding and Intervention in Kashmir

This chapter reviews existing literature to discuss the intersection of gender and armed conflict in Kashmir, with a specific focus on social work interventions. It gives an overview of the history of conflict in Kashmir, the various types of violence experienced by women, men, and people who identify as gender non-conforming, and talks about how gendered norms and expectations shape resistance and resilience in Kashmir, as well as the difficulties people face in peacebuilding initiatives. The chapter concludes by highlighting how crucial it is to treat gender issues seriously in social work interventions in Kashmir and how policymakers, practitioners, and academics must strive to support gender equity and peacebuilding in the area.