Statement of Marshall Islands at General Assembly Debate, September, 2016.
Extracts to this Statement:
Statement of Marshall Islands, September, 2016
Extract:
In the Pacific, it is often women, and mothers, who are the heart of our communities and ensure resilience. If women, do not plan for the long term, families and communities do not thrive.
PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:
Disarmament
Human Rights
Statement of Marshall Islands, September, 2016
Extract:
As in many parts of the world, sadly, domestic violence is a serious issue in the Pacific. UN SDG Goa1 5 commits to ending worldwide domestic violence against women and girls, and my government is moving forward with our own commitment to build safe houses - the first one to be known as Weto In Mour, for abused women. And it may be that the Pacific - and the world - must adjust to a new era, where the voice of women and girls gains its rightful place in community, home, and all levels of politics - from the local to the UN.
PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:
Participation
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence