We welcome the fact that since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), the Se...

We welcome the fact that since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), the Security Council has given this issue increased attention. But we urge members of the Council and all other countries to back these declarations and directives with appropriate resources: police, troops, funds, equipment and training. These are solid tools that can be used in assisting individual women to surmount their circumstances and contribute to lasting peace and the development of their communities and countries. Currently, just 8 per cent of the 13,000 United Nations police officers are women. The Organization must promote the recruitment and
training of more skilled women, not only as police officers but at all levels, especially in leadership positions.