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Security Council debate on ‘women, peace and security’ spotlights prevention and gender equality links

Oct 28, 2017, at 09:47 am

New York, Oct 28(Just Earth News): At the Security Council on Friday, a senior United Nations official called on Member States, regional organizations and civil society for greater partnership to boost women’s participation at all levels and help ensure UN peace efforts are stronger and more sustainable.

INTERVIEW: Female peacekeepers connect better with women and children – UNISFA Deputy Force Commander

Nov 01, 2016, at 01:38 pm

New York, Nov 1 (Just Earth News): 16 years ago on Monday, the United Nations Security Council adopted resolution (S/RES/1325) on women, peace and security, which has since come to be famously associated with the number 1325 within the UN system.

Women must have their ‘rightful place’ at the heart of building peace and security – UN chief

Oct 26, 2016, at 01:34 pm

New York, Oct 26 (Just Earth News): The urgent drive to bring women into their rightful place at the heart of building peace and security “must never stop,” United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon told the Security Council on Tuesday, calling for key steps towards that goal, including holding all UN peace operations accountable for putting women and girls at the centre of their work.

UN deputy chief urges increased participation of young people in peace and security decision-making

Oct 05, 2016, at 02:16 pm

New York, Oct 5(Just Earth News): With more young people around the world than ever before, it is necessary to include them when discussing global solutions related to peace, development and security, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General said on Tuesday.