I would now like to briefly elaborate on some recent European Union activitie...

I would now like to briefly elaborate on some recent European Union activities undertaken in response to resolutions 1820 (2008) and 1888 (2009), and complementing individual actions by EU member States. Fighting all forms of sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls, including in armed conflict but not excluding other situations of concern, is among the key objectives of the EU's human rights policy in external relations. In July 2010, the European Union adopted 17 monitoring indicators for its comprehensive approach on the implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008). In addition to over the €300 million set aside for programmes addressing the needs and rights of women and girls in conflict-affected and post-conflict situations in over 67 countries, significant new funds will be made available for civil society projects.