STATEMENT OF DOMINICAN REPUBLIC ON THE SECURITY COUNCIL OPEN DEBATE ON WOMEN, PEACE AND SECURITY, OCTOBER, 2015
STATEMENT OF DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, October, 2015.
Since the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) on 31 October 2000, we have seen genuine progress in protecting women in conflict situations and in moving towards their full and total participation in equal conditions in international peace and security processes. We welcome the progress that has been made in implementing resolution 1325 (2000), but we understand that we need to coordinate action in implementing the resolution in order to achieve a more global approach.
STATEMENT OF DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, October, 2015.
We have an historic opportunity to continue to promote the development of a focused agenda that prioritizes the value of women’s participation as an invaluable driving force to achieve sustainable peace and security. The main role played by women in social, economic and political development in our societies makes equal economic and political rights between men and women logical and correct, especially with respect to preventing and resolving international conflicts. We believe that if women have opportunities, they can contribute at every stage of a peace process, including peacebuilding.