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2009-10-05
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2010-06-16
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  1. “Adequate funding and resources should be made available by the international community to assist national efforts to develop relevant and effective programmes that will ensure the long-term sustainability and success of such interventions. South Africa supports dialogue and enhanced international cooperation to encourage recalcitrant parties to adhere to the letter and the sprit of those international instruments that provide the most basic and appropriate protection of the rights of the child in situations of armed conflict. The recruitment and use of children in armed conflict is not only an affront to human values but also a fundamental impediment to long-term socioeconomic development, nation-building and social cohesion. Lastly, my delegation supports the adoption of the draft presidential statement at the end of this meeting.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source

  2. “The priority, however, is to ensure the release of children from armed groups through utilizing mechanisms such as these action plans and focusing special attention on the needs of all children affected by armed conflict. Sustained investment in health and social infrastructures, as well as education and skills training, will ensure the successful integration of children in their communities and prevent re-recruitment. Special attention should be given to girls who have been exploited by armed groups. The rehabilitation and reintegration of all children who have been associated with armed forces require immediate attention.”

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  3. “Beyond domestic political circumstances, and given that many conflicts have cross-border dimensions, neighbouring States as well as regional and subregional organizations play a critical role and have commensurate responsibilities in finding solutions for children affected by conflict. While the demobilization of children from armed groups remains a concern, the Secretary-General's report informs us that some children who have been demobilized often voluntarily rejoin in order to receive salaries to support their families. My delegation welcomes the efforts of the United Nations Children's Fund in undertaking to assist and prepare time-bound action plans that would include measures to screen the armed groups and armed forces, as well as the establishment of prevention mechanisms against the further recruitment of children.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source

  4. “Children remain vulnerable and adversely affected by armed conflict despite positive developments. South Africa therefore encourages the Security Council to redouble its efforts and pay more attention to addressing the plight of these affected children. We call upon all the armed groups involved in the recruitment of children and those groups that are party to conflict to enter into dialogue and to agree to and implement concrete, time-bound action plans to cease and prevent grave violations committed against children, as indicated in the Secretary-General's report. Ensuring the well-being of children is not an event but a complex and long process.”

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  5. “In Burundi, for example, the progress in discussions on the release of children associated with the Forces nationales de liberation, which culminated in the formal release of a group of children on 2 April in response to the declaration of the Special Envoys for the Great Lakes Region and continued advocacy by the United Nations and the Political Directorate, as well as the regional initiative, warrants commendation. Notwithstanding these achievements, there is still much to be done to protect children from grave violations. My delegation is disheartened by the fact that the recruitment of children continues globally. We must also highlight the lack of progress in the implementation of the provisions of resolution 1612 (2005) on monitoring and reporting mechanisms.”

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  6. “In his report of 13 April (S/2010/181), the Secretary-General indicates that, in accordance with the newly implemented child protection policy directive of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, the Security Council is also being urged to ensure that specific provisions for the protection of children continue to be included in all relevant United Nations peacekeeping operations, as well as in political and peacebuilding missions. It also goes on to urge that child protection concerns be reflected in all these missions. Of note is the progress achieved in a number of countries emerging from conflict.”

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  7. “The adoption of resolution 1612 (2005) on children and armed conflict in 2005 was a significant demonstration of the actions taken by the Secretary- General, the Security Council and the international community, which have produced tangible progress that includes greater protection and awareness of the plight of children in conflict situations. My delegation has also noted the inclusion of, and the provision of separate sections on, the protection of children in Council resolutions, such as those on peacekeeping missions. We have also noted the prominence of the latest resolution on this issue - resolution 1882 (2009), which was adopted last year - as follow-up to the relevant Security Council resolutions to monitor and report on progress.”

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  8. “We also wish to recognize the important work and progress made as a result of the implementation of the recommendations of the members of the Security Council Working Group on Children and Armed Conflict, which your delegation leads, Mr. President. We would like to reiterate the importance and relevance of the first report on children affected by armed conflict, contained in document A/51/306. In that context, we note with satisfaction that, since the release of that report, significant progress has been made in the development of international legal and policy frameworks for the protection of children in armed conflict.”

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  9. “South Africa wishes to express its appreciation for the opportunity to participate in this open debate on children and armed conflict, to which we attach great importance. We also wish to extend our thanks for the briefings presented by Ms. Coomaraswamy, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict; Assistant Secretary-General Khare; Ms. Johnson, Deputy Executive Director of the United Nations Children's Fund; and Ms. Gurung. My delegation appreciates the efforts of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children in Armed Conflict to enhance the protection of children in situations of armed conflict and to promote a more concrete protection response.”

    2010-06-16 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6341Resumption1 (2010) · source

  10. “We in the international community have an obligation to women to ensure that their rights are protected and that their place in all aspects of the peace process is assured. In conclusion, my delegation will continue to support the work of the United Nations and of the African Union in promoting the equal participation and full involvement of women in all efforts for the maintenance and promotion of peace and security, as well as in protecting women and girls in post-conflict situations and their aftermath.”

    2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source

  11. “To that end, we believe it important for women in local communities to be allowed to participate in finding solutions for the reconstruction and rebuilding of their countries. The importance of equal representation and participation of women in formal peace processes and at negotiating tables cannot be overemphasized. The primary responsibility for preventing and protecting women and girls in conflict situations and their aftermath should not lie with the international community alone. That would assist in promoting local ownership in peace processes. South Africa remains committed to the full and effective implementation of resolutions 1325 (2000), 1820 (2008) and 1888 (2009).”

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  12. “We encourage Member States to finalize and concretize national action plans for the implementation of resolution 1325 (2000) that provide for the necessary training of women and men alike. South Africa continues to support the work of the United Nations and of the African Union in promoting the equal participation and full involvement of women in all efforts for the maintenance and promotion of peace and security, as well as in protecting women and girls against sexual violence. From our experience in the SADC region, we have learned that it is important to build solidarity among all role players, particularly women, and therefore we remain committed to working within a consultative and collaborative framework to find peaceful and lasting solutions to conflicts.”

    2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source

  13. “Furthermore, the Protocol specifies that States parties shall, during times of armed conflict, take such steps as are necessary to prevent and eliminate incidences of human rights abuses, especially of women and children, and also to ensure that the perpetrators of such abuses are brought to justice before courts of competent jurisdiction. There is an urgent need to advocate more strongly for the equal participation and full involvement of women in all efforts for the maintenance and promotion of peace and security. We also believe that all actors to the binding resolution should devote their attention to ensuring sufficient resources, the capacity to address the challenges and empowerment through educational programmes so as to increase the awareness and understanding of how to find lasting solutions.”

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  14. “On 17 August 2008, the SADC heads of State signed the SADC Protocol on Gender and Development, which has been hailed as an important step towards the empowerment of women, the elimination of discrimination and the achievement of gender equality and equity. In the context of peace and security, the Protocol stipulates that the States parties shall endeavour to put in place measures to ensure that women have equal representation and participation in key decision- making positions in conflict resolution and peacebuilding processes by 2015, in accordance with resolution 1325 (2000).”

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  15. “Therefore, the Assembly of the African Union, in its efforts to promote the participation of women in peacekeeping, peacebuilding and security, has taken concrete steps and pledged that the organs of the AU and the regional economic communities and member States, using the frameworks of resolutions 1325 (2000) and 1820 (2008), will integrate gender policies, programmes and activities on conflict and peace. That would ensure that women participate fully in conflict resolution and management processes. Subregionally, gender equality and the empowerment of women are among the founding principles of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and are enshrined in the SADC Treaty. We have been greatly honoured by the leadership and important contribution of women in recent peace processes and negotiations in our region.”

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  16. “It is designed to examine how Member States and international and regional organizations could further improve women's participation in all stages of peace processes, particularly in conflict resolution, post- conflict planning and peacebuilding, including by enhancing their engagement in decision-making in the early stages of recovery processes. While women may be the first casualties of war, they remain active agents of change and play a meaningful role in the recovery and reintegration of their families. Women are also instrumental in bringing about democracy and reconciliation in post-conflict societies. The African Union and subregional organizations offer several advantages in the pursuit of effective conflict prevention and resolution.”

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  17. “Allow me to express our sincere gratitude to you, Mr. President, for organizing this debate on such an important matter. South Africa welcomes the open debate and believes that it is also timely, leading the processes in preparation for the tenth anniversary of the adoption of resolution 1325 (2000) on women and peace and security in 2010. South Africa aligns itself with the statement to be delivered by the representative of the African Union (AU) later today. Resolution 1325 (2000) was adopted nine years ago. Consistent with the resolution, the theme today is "Responding to the needs of women and girls in post- conflict situations for sustainable peace and security".”

    2009-10-05 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6196Resumption1 (2009) · source