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Civil society is a key arena for women’s engagement in public and political life in many conflict-affected societies. Burundi and Nepal are two post-conflict countries that are notable for the large numbers of women engaged in civil society. In these countries, women’s organizations have been a driving force behind women’s engagement in public and political life, as well as for the adoption of laws protecting women’s rights. Yet, the impact and sustainability of these organizations are hampered both by a lack of political will and by insecure and inflexible funding regimes.