Who we are
Women in International Security (WIIS-pronounced WISE) is Canada’s premier non-governmental organization advancing women’s leadership in the field of international peace and security through research excellence, professional development, mentorship, and networking.
Women in International Security (WIIS) Canada McGill is a chapter of the not-for-profit organization WIIS Canada and an affiliate of WIIS Global. We are a student group aiming to advance gender equality and leadership opportunities for women interested in international peace and security at McGill.
Upcoming Events
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The unpatched method: Meta’s insidious role in the 2026 Brazil election
With 3.6 billion users across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, Meta holds a monopoly over the attention economy. The company is uniquely positioned to influence people’s perspectives worldwide. Meta’s social media algorithms decide what content is suppressed or promoted to users. Time and time again, Meta’s apps have proven to be powerful tools […]
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Have We Learned Nothing Since 2003?
The United States military attack against Iran in 2025 surprised the world not just in its suddenness but in its justification. It has become the latest chapter in the decades-long history of United States intervention in the region and is a continuation of its policies for security. Their intervention in the region began in the […]
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Why The Islamic Republic Fears Women’s Resistance
When speaking about the country’s national security, analysts frequently prioritize Iran’s nuclear program, regional proxy networks, missile capabilities, and conflict with Israel and the United States. International evaluations of the security of the Islamic Republic have long been influenced by these concerns; however, some of the regime’s greatest enduring problems come from within its borders. […]
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