Suffice it to mention that the Gambia, popularly known as the smiling coast o...

Suffice it to mention that the Gambia, popularly known as the smiling coast of Africa, has — knock on wood — enjoyed relative peace and stability since independence in 1965. As a result, it has served as a safe haven to brothers and sisters from the subregion fleeing from conflict. The Government of the Gambia, together with its partners in its proactive efforts to build the capacity of women, continues to sponsor women counsellors from the National Women's Council, the advisory organ of the Government on women's issues, to attend international meetings on gender and women's affairs, including on resolution 1325 (2000), in order to broaden their knowledge base.