Our debate today gives us the opportunity to take stock of the implementation...

Our debate today gives us the opportunity to take stock of the implementation of the commitments made under resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1960 (2010), as well as the progress achieved in the implementation of the monitoring, analysis and reporting arrangements established in line with resolution 1960 (2010). The convening of this debate also allows us to undertake a more in-depth reflection on the psychological impact and the consequences of conflict related sexual violence against women, girls and children, as well as on the need to identify with greater determination ways and means of ensuring optimal protection for the victims of such violence. The suffering endured by women during conflict and the various forms of exclusion and social injustice that they suffer from within their communities and families require more resolute joint action and a stronger commitment to ensure that they benefit from the maximum level of protection.