The 5th volume of the *Women and Public Policy Journal* features 11 articles by Afghan women under the theme “Towards Security and Stability in Afghanistan: Fostering Regional Consensus.” This edition explores regional security dynamics, offering insights into challenges and opportunities, along with policy recommendations for the Afghan government, regional partners, and international allies to build a regional security consensus. The articles have been peer-reviewed by experts Dr. M. Nazif Shahrani and Dr. M. Bashir Mobasher.

The 4th volume of the Women and Public Policy Journal features 12 articles by Afghan women on ‘Electoral Trajectory in Post-2001 Afghanistan: Assessment and Recommendations.’ It examines the evolution of election laws, policies, and institutions since 2001. The articles have been peer-reviewed by Dr. S.Y. Qureshi, former Chief Election Commissioner of India, and Mr. Ahmadullah Archiwal, Advisor to the Afghan President on Election Affairs.

The 3rd edition of the Women and Public Policy Journal features 12 articles by Afghan women on ‘Afghanistan’s Peace Process: Evaluation, Impact, and Gaps.’ This edition provides in-depth analyses of key pillars of the Afghan peace and reconciliation process, with case studies drawing lessons from other contexts. The articles highlight the evolution, impact, and gaps in the Afghan peace process, offering recommendations for the government and stakeholders. All articles have been peer-reviewed by experts Ms. Homayra Ludin Etemadi and Dr. Roger Kangas.