"Among civilians women and children are the most vulnerable. When we take this into account, resolution 1325 - "Women, peace and security" - takes on a whole new immediacy."

"We hope that progress in citizen participation -in particular women- is strengthened in order to consolidate democratic systems with opportunities for development and welfare."

"The question of the respect of lives and human rights is fundamental. What it's about is the rights of children, women, refugees, and persons with disabilities […]"

"We all have, as heads of State and ministers, a huge collective responsibility. Women must become equal to men, at political, social and economic levels."

"We will help increase gender equality."

"I was proud to announce at the Pacific Islands Forum last month that Australia will work alongside our partners in the Pacific on an unprecedented gender initiative: Pacific Women Shaping Pacific Development."

“Since joining the United Nations, the Kingdom of Bahrain works tirelessly to support the noble principles and objectives of the United Nations for the maintenance of peace and security and the development of friendly relations between nations on the basis of mutual respect.

"For Antigua and Barbuda: Peace means respect for human rights and the differences of others and the protection of women, children and the elderly."

"The situation in Syria is disheartening; children, women and the elderly must be protected."

"Women play a very important role as peacemakers and leaders in Solomon Islands society. Our gender challenge has grown with time. Today we have national gender programs that support empowerment. We look forward to working closely with Australia and the other Board members in advancing the cause of women and girls."

"Finally, regarding gender equality and the empowerment of women, I would like to thank UN members states for your confidence in electing Solomon Islands to the executive board of UN Women. I also welcome the call the Secretary General to convene the 2015 Global Conference on Women.

"The Japan-led resolution on "human security" adopted at the General Assembly at the United Nations on the 10th of this month can be a solid guide in envisaging the development for the next generation from the perspective of each person including women and young people"

"Since its beginning, this government has maintained its beliefs and commitment in the inexorable process towards equal opportunities and rights for of Paraguay's inhabitants, and in this regard we have not given up in the constant struggle for full social, economic, political and cultural rights for women".