Moreover, we need to raise the profile of women's networks and civil society ...

Moreover, we need to raise the profile of women's networks and civil society organizations, which in many instances serve as first responders to address the scourge of conflict-related sexual violence and are the first to stand in solidarity with survivors. Sustained progress and action on those issues requires the strengthening of local initiatives and mechanisms to combat conflict-related sexual violence, including those targeted at protecting judicial independence, promoting gender-sensitive school curricula, training civilian police, sensitizing youth and combating stigma and ethnic discrimination.