Women and Intractable Conflict |
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Deborh Kolb suggests that power inequities often prevent women from being effective negotiators. |
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Deborh Kolb talks about the impact of gender bias on a company's compensation scheme. |
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Deborh Kolb asks, "Why are women not at negotiating tables?" |
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Elise Boulding discusses women, children, artists are all important third-siders. |
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Elise Boulding talks about women's special role in peacemaking. |
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