“Concerted efforts and the alliance of all the nations are necessary to contain the risks of nuclear confrontation and successfully address global issues, such as gender equality, climate change or prosecution of war criminals on the international level.”
“When discussing international political issues, we must especially mention the issue of the Palestinian people. I believe that the United Nations and the world powers should approach this issue with greater understanding and attention. Successive governments in Sri Lanka have supported the liberation struggle of the Palestinian people.
“Negligence or inefficacy of international institutions can endanger world peace. Those seeking dominance and hegemony are enemies of peace and the perpetrators of war.”
We exclude those that are different, the poor, the old, the young, we abuse the woman, the girl, the indigenous woman. There are so many forgotten and abandoned brothers and sisters! So many people pass us by of whose presence we are not even aware!
“The digital revolution is being used to discriminate against women and reinforce our maledominated culture. Indeed, there is a deep gender gap in access to digital technologies, widening the digital divide. We must dismantle obstacles and create opportunities for women, ensure equality and change on-line and toxic corporate cultures.”
The Gender Index examines the statements delivered by the representatives of Member States and delegations with an observer status, as well as the President of the UN General Assembly and the UN Secretary-General, during the General Debate of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA73) from a feminist perspective based on human rights, disarmament and the Women, Peace and Security Agenda.
