Exclusive: U.S. Acts on Women, Peace and Security
Editorial:
From the Women's Media Center:
The National Action Plan On Women, Peace and Security (NAP) issued by President Obama shortly before the end of last year has the potential of being a significant step forward in addressing the impact of military conflict on women and the necessity of women’s participation in conflict resolution. In response to a UN resolution, it provides a plan for the U.S. government to implement, “a gender responsive approach to its diplomatic, development, and defense-related work in conflict-affected environments” by mandating:
- Women’s participation in peace negotiations.
- Increased efforts to protect “women and children from harm, exploitation, discrimination, and abuse, including sexual and gender-based violence and trafficking in persons, and to hold perpetrators accountable in conflict-affected environments.”
- Increased efforts to promote women’s roles in conflict prevention.
- Post-conflict aid and recovery efforts that address the specific needs of women and children.
The order provides a blueprint for strengthened support and implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 (SCR 1325) and other resolutions concerning the effect of conflict on women and their role in peacemaking and recovery.
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Source:
Women's Media Center
URL:
http://womensmediacenter.com/blog/2012/01/exclusive-u-s-acts-on-women-peace-and-security/
Date:
February 6, 2012
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