“Namibia supports the participation of women in peacekeeping and peacebuilding operations around the world. In this context, we call for the full implementation of the UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security.”
“Presently, Namibia has deployed one of the largest female police contingents to the African Union/United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur.”
“Only one hundred days in Office, my government has demonstrated its commitment to building an all- inclusive, all empowering, egalitarian society, by promoting the protection of women's rights, gender equality…..”
“It is my government's pledge to continue to work towards full gender equality and the advancement and empowerment of women.”
“In Nigeria, Boko Haram's murderous onslaught gains strength, with shocking impacts on women and girls.”
“Even where there is no overt warfare, violence still mars lives. Men prey on women across the globe, from battlefields to streets, from public spaces to the privacy of the home.”
“Also in existence are several other pieces of legislation designed to offer protection and empowerment of women such as the Domestic Violence Act, the Anti-Human Trafficking Act, an Affirmative Action Bill. and a Gender Policy.”
“This administration boasts the highest number of women appointed to public office in the history of Ghana. Seven of our Cabinet Ministers are women, as are the holders of several senior public service posts--and I hope the fact that they are too numerous to list is an indication that we are reaching toward the ideal.”
“The coming year will mark the 20th anniversary of the World Conference on Women that was held in Beijing in 1995. I would like to note, with great pride, that it will also mark the 40th anniversary of Ghana's establishment of the National Council on Women and Development, which has since been renamed the Department of Gender.”
"Mexico believes that the United Nations needs to update its commitment with the respect and promotion of the rights of girls, boys and teenagers, by addressing new challenges threatening their well-being.”
“Women in Syria, as in other conflict-driven countries, must be included in the peace process. We welcome women's active efforts to strengthen their voices in Syria and everywhere.”
