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Nasiwa

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2018-05-08
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2018-05-08
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  1. “However, civil society representatives are often arrested, threatened intimidated or killed owing to their work. The diminishing space for civil society operations has forced some of the leaders to leave the country. For example, members of civil society are required to get permission by all sides to a conflict before carrying out their activities. The Security Council needs to express support for the important role civil society plays by speaking out against those actions. I once more thank and commend the Security Council for allowing me to discuss the current situation in my country and the unbearable suffering of my fellow citizens. I believe that this Council meeting will bring peace to South Sudan and our suffering will come to an end. I conclude by saying ana taban - the people are tired. We need peace now.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  2. “We are disturbed by allegations of sexual harassment and abuse by UNMISS peacekeepers in Wau and in other sites. However, we welcome the strong stance by the Secretary-General with regard to his zero tolerance towards sexual abuse. We call upon UNMISS to expedite the investigations of its peacekeepers and make the reports public. We call for a United Nations policy and action on mainstreaming orientation and enforcing training on sexual harassment for its peacekeepers and United Nations police, as a critical element for disciplined peacekeeping missions. Civil society is not an enemy. Civil society organizations play an important role in monitoring and bridging the gap between the Government and citizens through the delivery of humanitarian assistance, peacekeeping, the protection of human rights and the promotion of good governance.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  3. “Victims suffer stigma, trauma, mental disorders, unwanted pregnancies and rejection by their husbands, as well as diseases, including HIV/AIDS. UNMISS should consult and work with civil society organizations, women and community leaders on conflict sensitivity and early- warning to develop and adopt a gender-sensitive approach to civilian protection. I furthermore call for a speedy recruitment and full deployment of the Regional Protection Force, through the African Union, to Juba and other areas. It should be noted that, as the capital, Juba has experienced relative peace and calm owing to the presence and patrols by the Regional Protection Force. With the presence of UNMISS in Yei, civilians have begun to return, and the Lutaya market and shops, for example, have reopened.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  4. “I call on the Security Council to remain united and put more time and resources into ensuring that an inclusive IGAD process, supported by the African Union, reaches a final settlement without further delay The Council should provide support to women leaders and civil society groups during the transitional period through funding and capacity-building for a gendered and inclusive political process. UNMISS remains critical and relevant to South Sudan, especially with regard to the protection of civilians, internally displaced persons and others in conflict-affected areas, as military and para-military groups and individuals continue to target women at water, firewood collection and food-gathering points. Women and children are frequently raped, sexually abused, tortured or killed.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  5. “We call upon IGAD, the African Union and the Security Council to expedite the establishment of transitional justice institutions. Chapter V of the peace agreement, on transitional justice, with a special focus on sexual violence against women, must be preserved. A gender-sensitive approach to the monitoring and reporting of ceasefire violations is also essential, as is the need to reform governance, justice, security institutions and for a comprehensive disarmament, demobilization, reintegration and rehabilitation programme. The competing geopolitical and regional interests within IGAD countries and the unlimited IGAD mandate further erodes the prospects for peace.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  6. “We applaud the efforts by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the Security Council, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), faith- based leaders and civil society in working to secure peace and stability in South Sudan. However, the Council should note that, although the revitalization of the peace agreement is a premise for a stable, prosperous and peaceful South Sudan, the continued violation of its provisions undermines any stabilization efforts within the country. The IGAD High-level Revitalization Forum, which has been inclusive to date, is an opportunity for the parties and other estranged groups to make compromises for the sake of peace. My organization recommends an enforcement mechanism, monitoring, reporting and strict adherence to declared ceasefires.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  7. “We have watched our young children recruited to fight a senseless war. Our homes and our communities have become unsafe due to increased insecurity, continued fighting by the warring parties, increased rebellions by estranged groups, militia and unknown gunmen, inter-ethnic and communal cattle disputes. We are deeply worried about the future as the transitional period comes to an end amid the continued fighting. We urge all the parties and the Government to commit to the High-level Revitalization Forum process as a priority and prerequisite for a peaceful transition and inclusive, fair and free elections.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source

  8. “Ms. Nasiwa: On behalf of the Centre for Inclusive Governance, Peace and Justice, allow me to sincerely express my appreciation to Poland for inviting me to brief the Security Council. I am honoured to speak to the Council today on the situation in South Sudan as a civil society leader and on behalf of the suffering South Sudanese people, who have not known peace. The 2011 referendum brought new hope of liberty, prosperity and unity to the people of South Sudan. But that hope was shattered by fighting among the political leadership of the country from 2013 to date. As women, we witness and experience gross violations of human rights and humanitarian law, as well as death, mass displacement, sexual abuse and rape. Although we are resilient, we are frustrated as our leaders fail to deliver a lasting political settlement to the crisis.”

    2018-05-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8249 (2018) · source