"If Countries Had More Women Leaders, We’d Have A More Peaceful World"

On Wednesday, Dalai Lama had an online interaction with the London Police where he emphasised the role of women in peacekeeping process. Dalai Lama is known for his spiritual, inclusive and mindful living. He is revered by people around the world, and is also a pioneer of global peace and humanity.

During the discussion, one of the woman police officer asked Dalai Lama, how can woman encourage and thrive in a male-dominated organisation like police force. Dalai Lama's response to this question was, "Women are symbols of love. Mothers embody love and compassion. Sometimes I observe that if countries had more women leaders, we’d have a more peaceful world. In fact, when the present Prime Minister of Finland was recently sworn in and appointed women to key posts in her cabinet, I wrote to congratulate her.”

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He re-instated the role of women by highlighting various scientific discoveries where women are found to be naturally more receptive to others feelings. He said, "Historically we see that the majority of warriors are men; even butchers tend to be men. Women represent a gentler approach. Therefore, wherever they work women should take a more active role in promoting love and compassion in relation to others.”

In this light, it becomes imperative to look at the current figures where on an average only 8 percent of negotiators, 5 percent of signatories, and 2 percent of mediators are women in peace talks.