As Myanmar continues its renewed engagement with the international community, it must begin to address the serious violations of the rights of ethnic minorities that plague the country. This report details the humanitarian situation of displaces peoples in Rakhine State and Kachin State in Myanmar, and contains recommendations for the international community on addressing the situation.
March
Why Civil Resistance Works and Women’s Catalytic Role: The Case of Syria and Beyond
Dr. Maria Stephan discusses key findings from her co-authored book, Why Civil Resistance Works, while focusing on the unique and often seminal roles women play in nonviolent struggles. She will share observations from her work with the Syrian opposition and facilitate a conversation about the role women can play in transforming violent conflicts – including the challenges they face, and the tactics and strategies they have used with varying results.
Seeking Accountability and Effective Response for Gender-Based Violence Against Syrian Women: Women’s Inclusion in Peace Processes
As violence in Syria has escalated, egregious accounts of gender-based violence continue to accrue, yet these crimes go largely undocumented because stigma and lack of access deter survivors from seeking medical attention or psycho-social support. The report demands greater accountability, effective responses to gender-based violence, and the inclusion of women in the Syrian peace process.
Monthly Action Points (MAP) for the Security Council: March 2014
For March, in which Luxembourg has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on the situations in Afghanistan, Central African Republic, DRC, Libya, Sierra Leone, and Somalia. The MAP also provides recommendations for ongoing implementation of women, peace and security obligations.
Monthly Action Points (MAP) for the Security Council: March 2013
For March, in which the Russian Federation has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on the situations in Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Sudan / South Sudan. The MAP also provides recommendations on Women, Peace and Security.
Monthly Action Points (MAP) for the Security Council: March 2012
For March, in which the United Kingdom has the Security Council presidency, the MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Haiti, Libya, Sierra Leone, Sudan, and Syria. The MAP also provides recommendations regarding the expected Council discussions on Women, Peace and Security, and the expected Open Debate on the Situation in the Middle East.
Monthly Action Points (MAP) for the Security Council: March 2011
For March, in which China has the Security Council presidency, the March MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Central African Republic/Chad, Côte D’Ivoire, Iraq, Liberia, the Middle East, and Sri Lanka. The MAP also provides recommendations for the Security Council’s ongoing implementation of its Women, Peace and Security obligations.
Monthly Action Points (MAP) for the Security Council: March 2010
For March, in which Gabon has the Security Council presidency, the March MAP provides recommendations on country situations including: Afghanistan, Central African Republic/Chad, Guinea, Haiti, and Sierra Leone. The MAP also provides recommendations regarding the expected Council discussions on Women, Peace and Security and Small Arms and Light Weapons.
Statement to the 53rd Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
On the occasion of the 53rd session of the Commission on the Status of Women, the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security’s CSW statement urged the Commission to use its review of progress on the “equal participation of women and men in decision-making processes at all levels” effectively.