Ireland
Ireland
“In particular, our own experience of conflict in Ireland has taught us that full and equal participation by women in decisions around peace and security are vital to building a sustainable peace.”
“I hope SG Ban may be succeeded by a brilliant female Secretary General in due course - this would send a powerful message to women and men around the world that here at the UN, we are willing to remove the barriers that prevent women from fulfilling their potential.”
Ireland
“We will not be silent about the plight of women and children harmed by the very people responsible for their protection.”
“It looks inwards to the reconciliation activity on our island and offering relief and recovery to women and girls who sought shelter from violent conflict on Irish shores.”
Ireland
“I wish to emphasise Ireland's grave concern for vulnerable women and girls in many parts of the world and our strong commitment to gender equality. On his visit to Ireland in May, Secretary General Ban spoke passionately of his personal commitment to gender equality and the UN's efforts to combat the emergence of appalling forms of sexual violence and enslavement. Mindful of the 20th anniversary of the Beijing Conference, we must keep women's rights high on our agenda.”
Ireland
“In the year 2000, just before our last membership of the Security Council, Ireland cosponsored UN Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, reflecting our strong national commitment to this agenda.”
“Ireland's second National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, adopted since I last addressed you, takes a holistic approach.”