The protection of civilians, grave violations in armed conflict of children's rights, and women's justice and security needs have become an important part of the Council's concerns and mandates.
Secondly, women and children must be placed at the centre of transitional justice mechanisms. We commend the Council for its efforts in combating impunity for sexual and gender-based violence, in promoting gender-responsive justice reforms and in securing women's participation in all aspects of postconflict recovery.