Canada firmly believes that the participation of women in all decision-making...

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Canada firmly believes that the participation of women in all decision-making processes, particularly those related to the prevention and resolution of conflict and the transition to democracy, is a necessary precondition to securing sustainable peace, as is their access to justice and their inclusion in the economic and social lives of their countries and communities. As the Honourable John Baird, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, said in his address to the General Assembly last month:

PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes:

Participation

Justice, Rule of Law and Security Sector Reform

Reconstruction and Peacebuilding

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