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lines on the record: 44
first: 2010-10-26
most recent: 2012-03-05
sittings or episodes: 5
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“Finally, I call on the Council and the international community at large to support the efforts currently under way aimed at bringing lasting peace and stability to a country that has suffered the effects of conflict for over two decades. This time we must get it right and do right by Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Further, we must focus on restoring normalcy to Somalia by, among other things, encouraging socio-economic activities that will have an impact on the livelihoods of ordinary Somalis, especially in areas that have been liberated. Such efforts will form the basis for extending TFG governance to those regions, increase the legitimacy of the transitional process and boost reconciliation activities. In addition, we call on all concerned to seriously reflect on the next steps for Somalia after the end of the transitional period in August 2012. In that regard, we commend the efforts of States like Turkey for showing renewed interest in organizing further meetings on Somalia and for undertaking infrastructure development in Somalia, such as the reconstruction of Mogadishu airport.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“As Council members are aware, Kenya is host to more than 600,000 refugees in the Dadaab complex, who continue to face threats that require humanitarian interventions. In that regard, Kenya stands ready to work with the international community to map out a firm and durable solution, including the return of those people to their home country. Indeed Somalia, now more than ever, needs its displaced human resources to return home to work together to speed up its recovery. The humanitarian actors should now take advantage of the areas secured from the Al-Shabaab to resettle those people. This is a matter of utmost urgency, as Kenya can no longer continue carrying the burden occasioned by the situation.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“This has been occasioned by the momentum created following the withdrawal of Al-Shabaab from Mogadishu after its defeat by AMISOM. and TFG forces in August 2011, by the operations of Kenyan and TFG forces in south-central Somalia, and through assistance from Ethiopia, all of which have dealt a devastating blow to Al-Shabaab. Kenya's operation in pursuit of Al-Shabaab and other terrorist elements has so far liberated large areas of Somalia and freed the inhabitants from Al-Shabaab control. Additionally, Kenya's operation in Somalia has significantly reduced the incidence of piracy off the coast of Somalia. As we pursue political and military strategies in Somalia, it is also imperative that we focus attention on the humanitarian situation in Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“We also recognize the commitment of Ethiopia and its critical support to the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) and allied forces; to Djibouti for the deployment of its first contingent to Somalia; and to my country Kenya, for its ongoing operation, which has liberated parts of the country and populations in southern and central Somalia. Kenya's agreement to rehat its forces as part of AMISOM. will strengthen the mission and give a boost to the fight to eliminate the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, especially after that group's recent declaration that they are part and parcel of Al-Qaida. The present discussion is taking place at a time of unique opportunity for Somalia. The international community finally has before it an unprecedented window of opportunity to restore security, peace and stability in Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“In the meantime, the huge costs of sustaining the maritime operation continue to weigh heavily on my country, and it will be necessary to identify alternative forms of assistance to enable Kenya to continue those operations. It is our hope that our international partners will support us in this crucial endeavour. The Somalia crisis is a matter of which Kenya has remained seized for years. While the crisis has generated a number of challenges, our determination to turn Somalia around has been unwavering. In this context, I wish to pay special tribute to Uganda and Burundi for their contribution to the search for lasting peace in Somalia.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“The conference demonstrated the United Kingdom's resolve and the international community's commitment to rallying to the cause of Somalia. Although Kenya welcomes resolution 2036 (2012), which reviews recommendations by the African Union for the future operations of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), we note that the resolution does not provide for a maritime component. Yet that component is critical to the eventual success of the campaign in Somalia, as well as to the fight against piracy and international terrorism. It is our expectation that this matter will be addressed by the Council when reviewing the mandate of AMISOM. later on in the year.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“I thank the presidency of the Council for the month of March for arranging this debate and for according Kenya the opportunity to share its views. I also wish to thank the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Ambassador Augustine Mahiga, for his briefing. This meeting on Somalia could not have come at a better time. It follows closely on intense work undertaken at the regional and international levels in the past three months, which culminated in the unanimous adoption of resolution 2036 (2012). At this juncture, we wish to welcome and thank the United Kingdom for convening the London conference on Somalia, held on 23 February, at which Kenya was represented at the highest level.”
2012-03-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6729 (2012) · source
“Finally, we reiterate that Kenya condemns all forms of violence against women, including sexual violence, and has always urged compliance with both humanitarian and human rights law during times of conflict. We believe that we have a duty, individually and collectively, to protect women from violence and other atrocities during times of war. Women also must participate in reconstruction efforts, free from threats, intimidation and discrimination during recovery or post-conflict periods. It is pertinent, therefore, that in all situations the special needs of women be respected and their concerns addressed. Women's perceptions, concerns and opinions must form an integral part of all decision-making processes. Indeed, traditional stereotypes that have ostensibly kept women away from decision-making forums must be broken.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In conclusion, I wish to note that all over the world, many women are denied their social, economic, political and civil rights. They are systematically discriminated against because of their gender. While I reaffirm Kenya's commitment to implementing resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1960 (2010), there is a nexus between violence against women and the economic and power structure. We must therefore emphasize on greater coherence and coordination in addressing women's issues in a fair and holistic manner in all situations. It is therefore imperative that consideration be given to how best to incorporate the activities of the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict with the work of UN-Women.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The main thrust of resolution 1960 (2010) is the creation of an accountability system listing those parties credibly suspected of committing or responsible for patterns of sexual violence. Needless to say, there are no ongoing patterns of sexual violence in Kenya today, and none of the activities reported concerning Kenya took place during the current reporting period of 2010-2011. The post-election violence of January 2008 is therefore way outside the mandated reporting period. Additionally, Kenya's report has been lumped together with another situation with which there is no correlation. This is not to say that Kenya has not taken any action to redress the situation described in the report. Indeed, the Attorney General and the Chief Justice, both newly appointed, have been holding consultations on how best to deal with these cases.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“But ever since the African Union/United Nations-sponsored mediation process that led to the formation of the coalition Government, Kenya has remained true to its promises and strived, against great odds, to carry out its obligations responsibly. No single, simple metric conveys better the contrast between the situation as it then was and is now. Kenya's cooperation with the International Criminal Court and the putting in place of key legislation, such as the International Crimes Act and the Witness Protection Act, provide necessary legal safeguards for the effective prosecution of the perpetrators of post-election violence. Kenya is grateful to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime for its continued support in this regard.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Other institutions, such as the National Cohesion and Integration Commission and the Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution, have also been established and are currently monitoring the pace and quality of reforms, including the enactment of necessary legislation to avert any recurrence of events similar to those of 2007. The Kenyan Constitution has entrenched women's participation in all aspects of Kenya's governance structures and societal life in general. By promoting full and effective participation and granting the Kenyan woman her rightful place at the decision- making table, Kenya has ensured that there shall be nothing about society without women's involvement and genuine participation.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In clear recognition that all human development and human rights issues, including peace and security, have gender dimensions, Kenya has made great advances in mainstreaming gender in its institutions of governance. Indeed, arguably, such advances have not been made by any country in such a short period of time and during peacetime. The judiciary is now fiercely independent; the investigation and prosecution branches have been revamped. A new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has been established to better manage elections.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“The Council has previously recognized a critical link between security issues and socio-economic concerns such as poverty, disease and environmental degradation. We believe that countries must systematically integrate and mainstream women- specific issues in all action plans in order to tackle the growing problem of sexual and gender-based violence during conflict and even in peacetime. The need to mainstream a gender perspective into peacekeeping and peacebuilding initiatives cannot be overemphasized. Following the post-election violence in Kenya in 2007, the Government set out an ambitious plan to put in place a new Constitution and build and strengthen institutions of governance that would be accountable to and responsive to the needs of its citizens.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“In that regard, my delegation reiterates Kenya's commitment to the full implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) and the follow-up resolutions. Sexual abuse is perhaps the most dehumanizing crime known to humankind. The international community currently has the framework to bring about more action and visibility to address this heinous crime in times of conflict. Prevention is the cornerstone of any strategy to address the challenges that society faces. We therefore must address the underlying causes of conflict that provide the springboard for redressing sexual abuse cases. Preventive diplomacy as an intervention must be undertaken expediently to protect potential victims and to nip any kind of possible impunity in the bud.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Kenya welcomes the leadership shown by Togo in holding this debate during its presidency. The United Nations is commemorating the twelfth year since the unanimous adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) and two years since the adoption of resolution 1960 (2010). My delegation notes with satisfaction the commitment shown by Member States, the United Nations system, civil society and other actors in implementing those and related resolutions. Those resolutions, together with other international instruments constitute the bedrock for women's work on peace and security and also the basis for cooperation among all actors involved in this field. Violence against women in all its manifestations must be dealt with firmly and decisively.”
2012-02-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6722Resumption1 (2012) · source
“Considering the fact that civilians continue to be subjected to indiscriminate attacks and other violations by parties to conflict, and taking into account that they comprise the vast majority of casualties, we all need to work consistently towards enhancing their protection.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Council should therefore address that aspect during the authorization of mandates, consistently condemn all acts of violence against humanitarian workers, and call on parties to a conflict to comply with their obligation to protect such personnel and their consignments. I wish to conclude by reaffirming Kenya's commitment to the protection of civilians in armed conflict and to guaranteeing their rights in conformity with international humanitarian law. As the Council may be aware, Kenya clearly understands the effect of failures to provide that protection, as we are currently providing shelter to close to 1 million refugees from Somalia, which is a war-torn country.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“That will not only promote accountability among the various actors, but also demonstrate the Council's intolerance for impunity as part of a comprehensive approach to ensuring that perpetrators are brought to justice through national or international legislation and that victims are granted redress. Providing unhindered humanitarian access during conflicts is a fundamental prerequisite for ensuring life-saving assistance. It is therefore important for peacekeeping missions to provide a secure environment to facilitate humanitarian access to civilians, including displaced persons. While current efforts to enhance the capacity of peacekeeping missions to provide protection to humanitarian service providers are commendable, significant challenges remain.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The Council needs to enhance compliance by consistently calling on all parties to adhere to their obligations under international humanitarian law, especially in exercise of the principles of distinction and proportionality. Additionally, the Council needs to apply targeted measures against parties who routinely violate their legal obligations to respect civilians. The Council must further ensure that investigations into alleged violations of civilians in armed conflict are conducted in a timely manner, with commensurate consequences for violators.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The adoptions of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000) addressing the impact of war on women, resolution 1820 (2008) calling for the cessation of all acts of sexual violence against civilians, and resolution 1888 (2009) establishing the Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary- General on Sexual Violence in Conflict are efforts that are expected to give new impetus to the protection of civilians in conflict. As the United Nations considers a new configuration in the Sudan, the issue of protection of civilians should remain pivotal. Parties to a conflict have obligations under international humanitarian law to protect civilians. It is regrettable that many non-State armed groups do not understand that such law exists and, hence, have no regard for it.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Therefore, there is a need to ensure that adequate capacity and resources are made available to peacekeepers so as to enable them to cover areas where civilians are under imminent threat of physical violence, while ensuring that they conduct their tasks without prejudice to the primary responsibility of the host nation to protect civilians. That can be achieved only through the deployment of more armed personnel than is the case in many missions today. Sexual violence is no longer a simple by-product of armed conflict. It is being used as a weapon of war, aimed at dehumanizing and instilling fear in civilians in situations of armed conflict. Whether carried out by non-State armed groups or Government security forces in conflict and post-conflict situations, it is to some extent designed to achieve political and military objectives.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“The task of protecting civilians is currently enshrined in the mandates of a number of United Nations peacekeeping missions. The first such mandate was authorized to provide protection to civilians more than a decade ago in Sierra Leone, where amputations were the order of the day. At present, the majority of United Nations peacekeeping missions operate with such mandates. However, there are real challenges in their implementation and the Council needs to provide peacekeeping missions with clear, realistic guidelines and achievable mandates. It is prudent that aspects of the protection of civilians be included in predeployment training. Additionally, at the operational level, presence equals protection. The abuse of civilians in armed conflict most often takes place in areas that are inaccessible to peacekeeping contingents.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Therefore, today's debate provides us with yet another opportunity to reflect on the progress made, the challenges we face and the steps we need to take to address this recurring problem while renewing our political will and resolve to rally support for the protection of those helpless civilians who so often find themselves trapped in conflict situations. The question of protection deserves deeper reflection owing to its complex and multifaceted nature. It involves enhanced compliance with international humanitarian law by all parties to a conflict, making more effective use of United Nations peacekeeping missions, improving humanitarian access and strengthening accountability for violations. It is therefore imperative that this critical issue be addressed while taking into account all of those underlying considerations.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“Since then, the adoption of resolution 1265 (1999) and other related resolutions, such as 1296 (2000), 1674 (2006), 1738 (2006) and 1894 (2009), as well as the endorsement of the aide- memoire (see S/PRST/2010/25, annex) and the establishment of the Expert Group on the Protection of Civilians bear testimony to the Council's continued commitment to enhancing the protection of civilians in armed conflict. However, continual cases, such as those involving the mass rape of women and children by rebel groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, are stark reminders that action to stop such violations needs to be taken now.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“I wish to express my sincere appreciation to you, Mr. President, for organizing this important debate. I thank Ms. Valerie Amos, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs; Mr. Alain Le Roy, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations; and Mr. Ivan Simonovie, Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights, for their statements earlier today. When conflict erupts, its major victims are civilians, mainly women and children. My delegation therefore welcomes the Secretary-General's latest report (S/2010/579) on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, which provides contemporary guiding principles on the matter. Eleven years ago, the Council addressed the protection of civilians in armed conflict as a thematic issue for the first time.”
2011-05-10 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6531Resumption1 (2011) · source
“In that regard, Kenya's new constitutional requirement that no more than two-thirds of the members of elected or appointed bodies shall be of the same gender is a principle that can be emulated in order to mainstream women into such processes. I wish to conclude by reiterating my country's commitment to the full and timely implementation of all Security Council resolutions against sexual violence, including resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1960 (2010). Beyond that, we call on all parties to conflicts to make specific and time-bound commitments to ceasing all acts of sexual violence.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We must also provide protection for women and ensure that putting a stop to war-related sexual violence is prioritized at the international level. We laud the crucial work being carried out by agencies such as UN Women, the United Nations Population Fund and UNICEF to deal with such issues. Similarly, we need to galvanize support to put in place the necessary infrastructure to ensure that victims of sexual violence receive quality legal and medical assistance. More women should be involved in peace mediation and peacebuilding processes. Decisions should not be made for women. Women must be part and parcel of a process that affects them.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“While recognizing that the primary responsibility for protecting civilians lies with each State, the implementation of (2008) and 1888 (2009) would be better realized through genuine partnerships between nation States and other international efforts. Kenya condemns all forms of violence against women, including sexual violence, and has always urged compliance with humanitarian and human rights law during times of conflict. The appalling situation regarding the atrocities of sexual violence meted out against women and girls in conflict situations, especially in the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa, have to be looked at seriously. As a community of States, we must rigorously implement the United Nations zero- tolerance policy against sexual abuse and exploitation.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The development and implementation of strategies to combat sexual violence and the mainstreaming of the elimination of sexual violence into policies and operations of peacekeeping and political missions are also welcome. While Kenya notes the proposal to determine the need for the advisers on a case-by-case basis, caution should be taken, however, to ensure that delays in making such decisions do not lead to undue suffering for women and girls in conflict situations. The lifelong negative effects on victims and perpetrators alike of the use of sexual violence as a tactic of war, as highlighted in the Secretary-General's report, buttress the call for prevention of conflict and, where conflict exists, for expedient action in ending the conflict.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In this regard, Kenya welcomes the progress made in establishing the Team of Experts on the Rule of Law, whose mandate is to assist national authorities in strengthening the rule of law and facilitating access to justice for such victims. Kenya supports the Secretary-General's call on countries affected by conflict to draw from this important resource. Member States are also urged to ensure that the Team has sustainable funding to facilitate its work. My delegation appreciates the very important role that women's protection advisers will play in protecting women and girls from sexual violence. Their support for the monitoring, analysis and reporting system on sexual violence and their facilitation of dialogue with parties to conflict are welcome.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Her recent visit to the Democratic Republic of the Congo following the mass rapes of over 300 women and girls in Walikale contributed to the arrest of "Lieutenant Colonel" Mayele, a suspect in the mass rapes. Kenya believes that her leadership will further serve to bolster efforts geared towards the fight against sexual violence in armed conflict. In armed conflicts, civilian casualties far outnumber those of armed combatants. While women and men alike suffer human rights violations in conflicts, women and girls are more likely to be the targets of sexual violence, especially rape. Women face additional and sometimes insurmountable obstacles to obtaining justice because of the stigma attached to survivors of sexual violence, their disadvantaged position in society and cultural challenges.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“For this reason, the issue that we are addressing today - women and peace and security - is important and deserves the absolute and unrelenting support of the international community. My delegation welcomes the appointment of Margot Wallstrom as the first Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Sexual Violence in Conflict to provide coherent and strategic leadership in the fight against this vice. We wish her the very best in executing her mandate. The international attention and the priority that the diplomatic community ascribes to her Office are already being demonstrated in the countries where she has conducted field visits.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“In his report, the Secretary-General brings to light how conflict-related sexual violence has become a threat to human security, especially for women and girls. The report also highlights how such violence is an impediment to socio-economic development and peacebuilding efforts in countries emerging from conflict situations. The continued use of sexual violence as a tactic of war serves as a wake-up call to all of us that more needs to be done to protect women and girls from sexual violence. My delegation would also wish to underscore the fact that peace, justice and security are interdependent. There can be no peace without the peace of mind that enables women to undertake their daily tasks, no justice without a national capacity to deliver justice, and no security without women's security.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Kenya welcomes the leadership shown by the United States in convening this debate during its presidency of the Council. My delegation also welcomes the report of the Secretary- General (S/2010/604) on the implementation of resolutions 1820 (2008) and 1888 (2009), and supports the progress described therein while taking note of the remaining challenges. Kenya further welcomes the adoption of resolution 1960 (2010) yesterday to strengthen responses to sexual violence through the establishment of monitoring and reporting arrangements on conflict-related sexual violence. I wish to also thank the Secretary-General, Special Representative Wallstrom, Under-Secretary- General Alain Le Roy and Lieutenant General Gaye for their insightful briefings yesterday.”
2010-12-17 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6453Resumption1 (2010) · source
“All these issues have to be addressed to ensure systematic integration and implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). In conclusion, I wish to reiterate my country's commitment to implementing resolution 1325 (2000). Indeed, we are happy to report the ongoing discussions being carried out among stakeholders in Kenya to develop a action plan for the implementation of the resolution. We support the Secretary-General in his continued efforts to mainstream resolution 1325 (2000) throughout the United Nations system.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Kenya is particularly grateful for the indicators that have been suggested in the report and will seek to engage further with all Member States and stakeholders in order to achieve the widest acceptance of them. My delegation believes that the indicators are preliminary and form an important basis for overall monitoring of the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). Adhering to the indicators, however, will have budgetary implications, for which support is requested. As relates to the implementation of the resolution, many challenges still continue to hamper countries' efforts to implement it, such as lack of capacity to implement gender mainstreaming initiatives, weak accountability mechanisms and limitations with respect to funding and resources.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Indeed, countries in conflict and those that have recently emerged from conflict have unique challenges which, if not comprehensively addressed, will lead to either a continuation of or relapse into conflict. The international community must provide the necessary framework and assistance to ensure that women do not suffer needlessly from conflict or its aftermath. The adoption of resolutions 1820 (2008), 1888 (2009) and 1889 (2009) clearly demonstrates an increased commitment on the part of the Security Council to address violence against women. Kenya expresses its deep gratitude to the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report (S/2010/498), which, inter alia, showcases the key sectors where tangible progress is being made in this context and identifies gaps and challenges in implementation.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“With the recent establishment of UN Women, we believe that women will have a stronger voice to speak on issues affecting them, including the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000). The coordination of the various agencies, offices and mandate holders that deal with women, and violence against women in particular, will be crucial to the implementation of the resolution. While it is understood that the Security Council has an important role to play in dealing with peace and security matters internationally, States bear the primary responsibility to protect their citizens - women and children in particular - from violence. It is in this regard that my delegation calls for more concerted efforts by the international community and the Security Council to prevent and address the myriad issues surrounding conflicts.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“The legislature will now have 47 and 16 seats reserved for women, in the National Assembly and the Senate respectively, in addition to those who will be elected from the various constituencies. Furthermore, in all cases where special interests are represented in the legislature, the seats will be divided equally between men and women. As relates to national commissions and other bodies, the representation by women shall not be less than 30 per cent of the total membership, and a woman shall serve in one of the two highest positions in the entity. Pursuant to the resolution, Kenya has made deliberate efforts to increase the participation of women in peacekeeping missions. Currently, we have women in uniform deployed in the peacekeeping missions in which Kenya is participating, and we are determined to increase that number.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Additionally, women must participate in rebuilding efforts, free from threats, intimidation and discrimination. It is important, therefore, that in pre-conflict, conflict and post-conflict situations, the special needs of women be respected and their concerns addressed. My delegation recognizes the fundamental factor that women's perceptions, concerns and opinions must form an integral part of all decision- making processes at all levels in all peace and reconciliation processes. Indeed, traditional stereotypes that have consistently kept women away from the negotiating table are already being broken and must continue to be broken. In Kenya, the newly promulgated constitution has entrenched pertinent provisions relating to the participation of women at the highest levels.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“We report that we have made modest gains in creating institutions and developing frameworks aimed at addressing violence against women in conflict situations. We still, however, sadly recognize that women and children continue to suffer disproportionately in times of conflict. Today, we recognize that violence against women in all its manifestations must be dealt with firmly and decisively. It is in this regard that I wish to reiterate Kenya's commitment to the full implementation of Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), whose adoption we consider a milestone. Kenya condemns all forms of violence against women, including sexual violence, and has always urged compliance with both humanitarian and human rights law during times of conflict. Women must be protected from violence and other atrocities during times of conflict.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source
“Kenya welcomes the leadership shown by Uganda in holding this debate during its presidency of the Council. This is a clear demonstration of just how important it is for us to tackle the growing problem of sexual and gender-based violence if we are serious about resolving conflict, empowering women and advancing gender equality. The issue that we are addressing today - women and peace and security - is important and deserves the international community's utmost attention and unequivocal support. Nearly 10 years ago, the Council unanimously adopted resolution 1325 (2000), which ever since has constituted a basis for cooperation among all the parties concerned in the field of women and peace and security. National ownership by all Member States of this resolution is crucial.”
2010-10-26 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6411Resumption1 (2010) · source