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Bibi Narjis Hashimi awarded the 1325 Scholarship in memory of Zaida Catalán
Growing up hearing how the conflict in Afghanistan stole her mother’s dreams shaped Bibi Narjis Hashimi’s commitment to women’s rights and peacebuilding. She has now been awarded the 1325 Scholarship in memory of Zaida Catalán.

FBA Research Grants 2026
This year's round of the FBA Research Grants are awarded to seven research projects that will contribute with new knowledge regarding democratic resilience, countering hybrid threats in electoral processes, reintegration of young former combatants, and women's participation in peace negotiations.

Esther Bizuri is our 1325 scholar in the DRC
Giving women a stronger voice in peace and security efforts lies at the heart of Esther Bizuri’s commitment. As this year’s Congolese 1325 Scholar, she aims to strengthen women’s role as active agents of change.






