The scourge of sexual violence in armed conflict has rightly been the subject...

Extract:

The scourge of sexual violence in armed conflict has rightly been the subject of attention by the Council. It is warranted that we also focus on the importance of furthering the equal rights of women and their right to equal participation in decision-making processes.

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Participation

Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

Human Rights

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