US Congressional Hearing on SCR 1325, Washington DC

Source:

International Crisis Group

Duration:

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 - 20:00

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

General Women, Peace and Security

Participation

Initiative Type:

Statements

On May 15, the first congressional hearing on Security Council Resolution 1325 was organized by the House Subcommittee on International Organizations, Human Rights, and Oversight.

This public hearing aimed at exploring women's contributions to peacebuilding and reconstruction in key conflict and post-conflict environments, specifically Afghanistan, Sudan, and Uganda.

Witnesses such as Amb. Swanee Hunt (The Initiative for Inclusive Security) and Donald Steinberg (International Crisis Group) raised awareness on female peacebuilders' specific skills and contributions. In addition, they demanded the US Congress to further promote and support women's active participation in peace negotiations and sustainable peacebuilding.

To read Donald Steinberg's statement, please click HERE

Document PDF:

Donald Steinberg Statement (May 2008)

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