http://womenpeacesecurity.org/ en lcheung@womenpeacesecurity.org Copyright 2012 2012-02-03T19:23:25+00:00 http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_February2012_EN.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_February2012_EN.pdf For February, in which Togo has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Haiti, Somalia, Syria, and Timor-Leste. The MAP also provides recommendations regarding the expected Council discussions on Women, Peace and Security. Homepage, Advocacy 2012-02-03T19:23:25+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_January2012.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_January2012.pdf For January, in which South Africa has the Security Council presidency, the January MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Libya, Somalia, and Syria. The MAP also provides recommendations regarding the expected Council discussions on Women, Peace and Security. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-12-22T00:23:44+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_December2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_December2011.pdf For December, in which the Russian Federation has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Burundi, Cyprus, Central African Republic, Cote d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Golan Heights, Lebanon, Libya, Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, and West Africa. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-12-05T23:04:51+00:00 pdf For November, in which Portugal has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Libya, Myanmar, and Somalia. The November MAP also discusses key issues for the Council to consider in its discussion of Protection of Civilians. Download November 2011 MAP in English [PDF] Download November 2011 MAP in Spanish [PDF] Homepage, Advocacy 2011-11-04T16:49:13+00:00 pdf The NGOWG is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2012 internship program. For guidelines on what to include in the application, please click here. Applications are due on Sunday, November 27th If you have any questions, please e-mail internships@womenpeacesecurity.org. No phone calls please. Homepage 2011-11-03T19:51:03+00:00 pdf Statement made by the Ms. Orzala Ashraf, on behalf of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security at the UN Security Council open debate on women, peace and security on 28 October 2011. Full Statement - English [PDF] Full Statement - Spanish [PDF] Homepage, News & Analysis, Advocacy 2011-10-28T16:26:11+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-OpenLetter_1325Debate_October2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-OpenLetter_1325Debate_October2011.pdf On 28 October, Nigeria will host an Open Debate on Women Peace and Security, marking the 11th anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000), with a focus on the theme, “Women’s Participation and Role in Conflict Prevention and Mediation”. This anniversary presents an opportunity for the Council and every UN Member State to take further action to ensure full implementation of SCR 1325 and all relevant Women, Peace and Security obligations. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-10-24T22:14:44+00:00 pdf For October, in which Nigeria has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Darfur, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Israel / Palestine, Kosovo, Libya, Sudan, Syria and Timor-Leste. The October MAP also provides recommendations regarding the Council's expected discussion on the implementation of its Women, Peace and Security commitments in the context of the 11th anniversary of the adoption of SCR 1325 (2000). Download October 2011 MAP in English [PDF] Download October 2011 MAP in Arabic [PDF] Download October 2011 MAP in Japanese [PDF] Download October 2011 MAP in Spanish [PDF] Homepage, Advocacy 2011-10-05T11:57:42+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_September2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_September2011.pdf For September, in which Lebanon has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Cote d’Ivoire, Liberia, Libya, Sierra Leone, Somalia and Syria. The September MAP also provides recommendations for the expected discussions on Preventive Diplomacy, and on the implementation of Women, Peace and Security commitments, including the SRSG on Sexual Violence in Conflict. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-09-02T21:12:16+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-OpenLetter_Mediation_Aug2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-OpenLetter_Mediation_Aug2011.pdf The NGOWG has sent a letter to all UN Member State Missions suggesting they emphasize the important role of women in mediation in their statements at the General Debate at this year’s General Assembly. Member States were encouraged to emphasize the importance of ensuring women's rights are embedded within peace agreements, as well as within guidelines and good practice regarding mediation. Additionally, Member States are encouraged to emphasize the central role women can play in all prevention efforts, and the need to support and promote women’s participation in all these efforts. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-08-30T19:49:57+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_August2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_August2011.pdf The NGOWG has released the August 2011 Monthly Action Points (MAP) on Women, Peace and Security for the UN Security Council. For August, in which India has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Libya, Sudan and South Sudan. The August MAP also provides recommendations regarding the Council's expected discussion of Peacekeeping, and on necessary steps in the Council's implementation of its Women, Peace and Security commitments. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-07-31T07:24:39+00:00 pdf The NGO Working Group on Women Peace and Security is alarmed at the latest reports by its member organizations and the United Nations of mass rape and other crimes against civilians perpetrated in the Fizi area of South Kivu by troops of the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).The NGO Working Group urges the Government of the DRC, the United Nations and Member States to heed the voices of Congolese women, who have repeatedly stressed that such attacks stem from the persistent failure of the DRC authorities to advance equality for women and ensure justice for survivors. Download Full Statement [PDF] Homepage, News & Analysis 2011-07-07T19:52:40+00:00 pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_July2011.pdf http://womenpeacesecurity.org/media/pdf-MAP_July2011.pdf The NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security has released the July 2011 version of our Monthly Action Points (MAP) on Women, Peace and Security for the UN Security Council. For July, in which Germany has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Cote d'Ivoire, Sudan, South Sudan, West Africa and Sierra Leone. The July MAP also discusses current developments in the Council's implementation of its Women, Peace and Security commitments. Download July 2011 MAP in Chinese - 中国 [PDF] Download July 2011 MAP in Korean - 한국어 [PDF] Download July 2011 MAP in Spanish - Español [PDF] Arabic and French translations coming soon. Homepage, Advocacy 2011-07-05T20:49:20+00:00 pdf The NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security has released the June 2011 version of our Monthly Action Points (MAP) on Women, Peace and Security for the UN Security Council. For June, in which Gabon has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Cote d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo,and Sudan. The June MAP also discusses current developments in the Council's implementation of its Women, Peace and Security commitments and the forthcoming report on Rule of Law. Download June 2011 MAP in English [PDF] Download June 2011 MAP in Chinese - 中国 [PDF] Download June 2011 MAP in French - Français [PDF] Download June 2011 MAP in Korean - 한국어 [PDF] Download June 2011 MAP in Spanish - Español [PDF] Homepage, Advocacy 2011-05-27T18:43:26+00:00 pdf The NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security has released the May 2011 version of our Monthly Action Points (MAP) on Women, Peace and Security for the UN Security Council. For May, in which France has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Chad/Central African Republic, Cote d'Ivoire, Cyprus, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iraq, Middle East and North Africa, and Sri Lanka. The May MAP also discusses current developments in the Council's discussion of Protection of Civilians, and ongoing issues regarding the implementation of all Women, Peace and Security commitments. Download May 2011 MAP in English [PDF] Download May 2011 MAP in Greek - Ελληνικά [PDF] Download May 2011 MAP in Spanish - Español [PDF] Homepage, Advocacy, Rapid Response Updates 2011-05-02T11:25:31+00:00 pdf