The disaster of October 7 exacted a heavy toll — on the victims, their families, the military system, and nationally the heavy price was felt. Although women took and continue to take a significant part in the fighting, it became clear to us that women are still excluded from decision-making centers regarding the management of warfare in the State of Israel. Including a gender-diverse perspective is necessary for better handling of conflicts, as well as when promoting peace agreements — not just for the value of appropriate representation, but to integrate the gendered experiences associated with wartime — from women’s meaningful participation in combat, to the gender-based violence directed against victims, and everything in between. How can it be that women are good enough to fight on the front lines but have no place in the decision-making rooms? What can be done to promote more significant gender integration, and what will be its impact on the outcomes of the war and any agreement that may be signed afterward? Attorney Eden Farber and Dr. Tal Mimran answer these questions.