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Skoczek

lines on the record: 34
first: 2022-05-12
most recent: 2023-12-06
sittings or episodes: 6
sources: un-security-council

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“It is therefore in the best interests of the international community to continue supporting Kyiv while putting pressure on the perpetrator. Our determination to help those in need must not diminish over time — in fact, just the opposite. We must show that Russia is failing in its hope for our weariness.”
2023-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9494 (2023) · source
“There is no lack of humanitarian crises around the world, many of them caused by natural disasters or climate-change induced. Many of them were inevitable but impossible to prepare for. Enormous resources are needed to mitigate them and bring relief to the populations affected. But that is not the case with Ukraine. Its people are known for hospitality and generosity. They could be joining the world’s efforts and contributing to the assistance to people in need of humanitarian aid. Ukrainian grain has been a staple for hundreds of millions around the world. But Russian aggression turned Ukrainians from suppliers of aid to its recipients. And yet they have struggled to do both — to defend themselves and survive while supplying food for others. They are doing that because Ukraine is a responsible member of the international community.”
2023-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9494 (2023) · source
“Poland has supported Ukraine since the very beginning of the war and will continue to do so, based on our belief that it is the right thing to do. Our support is built on three pillars — hosting and providing support to the biggest community of Ukrainian refugees; operating as a hub for transferring international humanitarian aid, including as a hub for medical evacuations and the EU Civil Protection Mechanism; and delivering humanitarian aid directly to Ukraine. As we speak, more than 17.6 million people in Ukraine need various forms of humanitarian assistance. In that context, we welcome the Winter Response Plan of the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, which aims to address specific humanitarian needs exacerbated by the winter cold in Ukraine.”
2023-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9494 (2023) · source
“Let me start by thanking the presidency of Ecuador for keeping the humanitarian situation in Ukraine on the Council’s agenda by convening this important meeting today. I also want to thank today’s briefers for their statements. Poland aligns itself with the statement to be made on behalf of the European Union (EU). For almost 10 years now — since April 2014 — Ukraine has had to contend with Russia’s aggression, resulting in mounting civilian casualties and enormous material destruction. Poland consistently condemns Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, which is a clear violation of the Charter of the United Nations. Its repercussions are having a major impact on global as well as regional security. We deplore the attacks and call for accountability for violations of international law committed in Ukraine by the Russian Federation.”
2023-12-06 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9494 (2023) · source
“Resolution 2558 (2020), adopted in 2020, on the review of the peacebuilding architecture confirmed that effective peacebuilding requires cross-pillar commitment of the entire United Nations system and should be mainstreamed in various United Nations actions at all stages of conflict. In that vein, we are fully convinced that transition and peacebuilding considerations should be a part of the initial mandate of each mission and operation. In conclusion, let me emphasize that while violence and armed conflict continue to take lives around the globe, their damaging force is long-term and lies in preventing societies from realizing their development. We should ensure that peace and stability remain at the heart of the global development agenda.”
2023-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9482Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The United Nations and the Security Council should be at the forefront of actions to strengthen resilience to international security risks. Peacekeeping is a critical contributor to the sustaining peace agenda in all its dimensions — from conflict prevention and resolution to post-conflict recovery. Peacekeepers play the central role in delivering and enabling transitions and preparing the ground for peacebuilding actors. Therefore, the withdrawal or reduction of United Nations peacekeeping operations or special political missions is a serious challenge in terms of ensuring the peace continuum, both for the host countries and the United Nations.”
2023-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9482Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The pursuit of sustainable development also necessitates systemic conditions, including making the international financial architecture work better for the most vulnerable in mobilizing the necessary resources. Poland strongly believes that anticipatory action and investments in resilience have become increasingly important. For the peace-development nexus to work, we need long-term strategies that reduce vulnerability and instability, such as efforts aimed at poverty alleviation and risk management. That also requires increased cooperation among implementing agencies from across the humanitarian, development, disaster risk reduction and climate sectors. Let me now focus on the peace part of today’s discussion.”
2023-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9482Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Factors that give rise to violence, insecurity and injustice, such as inequality, corruption, poor governance and illicit financial and arms flows, are equally important to be addressed if we are serious about development. The integrated and indivisible nature of the 2030 Agenda will be promoted by Poland during its upcoming membership of the Economic and Social Council. The necessary precondition for socioeconomic development is the creation of an enabling environment at the national level. At the same time, it is our main responsibility, as the United Nations, to help those with the greatest needs and the least ability to do so. In that sense, international cooperation and partnerships based on mutual trust must be strengthened.”
2023-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9482Resumption1 (2023) · source
“I would like to start by thanking the People’s Republic of China for convening today’s debate. Sustainable and inclusive development is both a goal in its own right and the world’s most effective form of preventing conflict and maintaining peace. Poland believes firmly that peace efforts should be anchored in the principles of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and that the Sustainable Development Goals form the best framework for addressing major drivers of instability and conflict. Both socioeconomic development and political stability need strong institutions, based on the principles of good governance and the full respect, protection and fulfilment of human rights. Those considerations are present in the 2030 Agenda.”
2023-11-20 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9482Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Failure to take decisive action will only encourage further abuse. Consequently, Poland actively assists the International Criminal Court in collecting evidence of war crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine. To that end, we have established a joint investigation team with Lithuania and Ukraine. In addition, the Raphael Lemkin Center for Documenting Russian Crimes in Ukraine has been established in Warsaw. Its purpose is to gather and preserve evidence of war crimes and crimes against humanity and to record witness testimonies. There are numerous unreported cases for each one that comes to light. We have the moral obligation to support the courageous survivors who have come forward, as well as those who have been silenced by fear.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378Resumption1 (2023) · source
“The massive displacement caused by Russian aggression has heightened the risks of all forms of sexual violence. In response, Poland has swiftly implemented new measures to support Ukrainian citizens seeking refuge in our country, which Special Representative of the Secretary-General Patten kindly referred to in her briefing. Since the consequences of conflict-related sexual violence extend beyond the physical dimension and have lasting impacts on survivors’ lives, effective prevention and multisectoral response mechanisms are crucial in post-conflict settings. Mindful of that, Poland’s Ministry of Health has initiated an intensive therapy pilot programme aimed at providing trauma treatment for women survivors in conflict and post- conflict environments. Accountability is essential to ensure compliance with international obligations.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Female negotiators can ensure a survivor-centred approach, facilitate the rehabilitation of survivors, secure post-conflict reparations, promote accountability and establish vetting mechanisms to exclude perpetrators from security forces. We support peacekeeping and monitoring missions to provide adequate protection for all victims. In that vein, we endorse the deployment of women’s protection advisers and the use of early- warning indicators to address conflict-related sexual violence. As a neighbour of Ukraine, currently hosting the largest community of Ukrainian refugees, Poland condemns the deliberate use of sexual violence by Russian soldiers as a tactic of war and intimidation. We welcome the reference to those appalling practices in the report.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Poland stands in solidarity with all victims and survivors and calls for greater support that encompasses the recognition of their suffering, the elimination of stigma and the provision of medical and psychosocial assistance. Impunity and the lack of accountability have allowed conflict-related sexual violence to persist. By holding perpetrators accountable, we can send a powerful message to victims and survivors that their voices have been heard, and to offenders that the days of empty warnings are over. Poland emphasizes the significance of women’s participation in processes aimed at addressing sexual violence, including peace talks.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Poland thanks the United Kingdom for convening this important debate and for its efforts to advance the implementation of the relevant Security Council resolutions. We also thank the Secretary-General for his comprehensive report on the issue (S/2023/413) and lend our support to the mandate and activities of Special Representative of the Secretary-General Pramila Patten. Poland aligns itself with the statements made on behalf of the European Union and the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security. The use of sexual violence as a weapon or tactic of war is widespread. Conflict-related sexual violence remains a significant global concern, primarily affecting women and girls, but we should not forget to account for the male victims, as well.”
2023-07-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9378Resumption1 (2023) · source
“We therefore need to introduce and implement better protection mechanisms that will empower all women and give them platforms to use their natural resilience and strength to ensure peace for us all.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276Resumption1 (2023) · source
“It is therefore crucial to redouble our efforts to fight all forms of conflict-related sexual violence, address the issue of impunity of perpetrators of such crimes and enhance support for victims. The count of those forced to flee their homes has hit the highest number since records were first kept — to over 100 million last year. Emergencies in Ukraine, Ethiopia, Afghanistan and other places have been important factors behind it. Displacement heightens the risks of all forms of sexual violence, so we must provide greater support for those fleeing war and conflict. There is no doubt that preventing women from political engagement and curbing their public activity has a negative impact on crisis prevention and post- conflict recovery.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Unfortunately, we have witnessed a reversal of generational gains in women’s rights. The use of rape and other forms of sexual violence as a tactic of war, torture and terrorism is widespread. Many communities are affected by the threat, occurrence or legacy of conflict-related sexual violence, including in Afghanistan, Libya, Myanmar, the Sudan, Yemen and Ethiopia. We are horrified by the growing number of accounts of use of sexual violence by the Russian soldiers in Ukraine as a tactic of war and as a deliberate way to dehumanize victims. The reports, including the one by the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine, describe appalling cases of rape committed by soldiers of the Russian armed forces, with victims ranging from four-year-old children to persons of more than 80 years of age.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Polish activities under the national action plan focus on the enhancement of women’s participation in crisis management and peacebuilding missions, in United Nations, European Union, NATO and Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe operations, and in the promotion of implementation of the women and peace and security agenda, both in Poland and through our international cooperation activities. One of the priorities of the Polish national action plan is raising the effectiveness of efforts to prevent and combat conflict- related sexual violence. The women and peace and security agenda highlights the disproportionate impact of armed conflicts on women and girls, the great benefits of improving the involvement of women in peace processes and the absolute necessity of tackling the scourge of sexual violence as a weapon.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276Resumption1 (2023) · source
“Poland would like to thank Mozambique for convening this debate and all the briefers for their insightful remarks. We align ourselves with the statements delivered by the representative of the European Union and on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security. Poland fully supports initiatives aimed at increasing the role of women in building peace and security. To that end, Poland is currently implementing its first national action plan on women and peace and security, which will run until the end of 2023.”
2023-03-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9276Resumption1 (2023) · source
“In closing, let me emphasize that international humanitarian law is one of the greatest achievements of the international community in its efforts to reduce the suffering of civilians during armed conflict. But it can only remain to be our common achievement if all of us are respecting its principles, fully complying with its provisions and ensuring accountability for its violations. Poland remains committed to doing its part and to contributing to initiatives and activities aimed at the protection of civilians in armed conflict.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“We welcome the establishment of an independent commission of inquiry on Ukraine by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. Our discussion coincides with the sixth anniversary of the Security Council’s unanimous adoption of resolution 2286 (2016) on the protection of health care in conflict. During yesterday’s side event on practical actions for implementing that resolution, co-organized by Poland, the still existing — and even expanding — gap between the principles and reality was pointed out. We therefore need to enhance our support and advocacy towards full compliance with obligations under international humanitarian law.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“For its part, Poland is cooperating closely with the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court in the investigation into the situation in Ukraine and is simultaneously carrying out a domestic investigation into Russia’s crime of war of aggression against the country, which is subject to penalty under Polish law. In addition, together with Ukraine and Lithuania, we have established a joint investigation team that operates within the framework of the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation, in order to collect and preserve evidence of crimes committed in Ukraine. We call on Russia to abide by the legally binding decision of the International Court of Justice, issued on 16 March, on provisional measures in the case Ukraine v. Russia.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Fighting impunity for the violations of international humanitarian law is indispensable to delivering justice to victims. Despite this clear and unconditional international obligation, during the last three months Russia has, by committing war crimes in Ukraine, deliberately created a humanitarian catastrophe in Ukraine and blatantly disregarded the principles of international humanitarian law and human rights law. As the international community, we must ensure that those responsible for these crimes are held accountable.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Among them are 14 million people in Ukraine who were forced to flee their homes as a result of the Russian aggression. Within just three months, 8 million persons have been internally displaced, and another 6 million have left Ukraine to seek refuge in neighbouring countries, including Poland, where the number of persons who crossed the Ukrainian-Polish border since 24 February has exceeded 3.4 million. We support the appeal of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, who stated that the number of people displaced globally should serve as a wake-up call for more action to promote peace and address all causes of forced displacement. We must underline that, under Common Article 1 of the four Geneva Conventions, States parties are obliged to respect and ensure respect for international humanitarian law in all circumstances.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Unfortunately, persons with disabilities caught up in conflict also face multiple obstacles, including limited access to humanitarian assistance, health-care services, education and psychological support. We should use the upcoming third anniversary of resolution 2475 (2019), initiated by Poland and the United Kingdom, to reiterate our commitment to alleviating the suffering of persons with disabilities and to doing better to make sure that they are not discriminated against in any way and that their specific needs are adequately addressed in humanitarian responses. According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, more than 100 million people globally have been forced to flee war, violence, persecution and discrimination. It is the highest figure on record.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Poland remains concerned about the harm inflicted on civilians during active hostilities in populated urban areas. Effective protection demands more focus on vulnerable groups, including women, children, youth, persons with disabilities and internally displaced persons, as they suffer most the devastating and disproportionate consequences of armed conflicts. The Russian war against Ukraine has reminded us that children are always particularly affected during conflicts. In addition to the direct threat to their lives and health and the massive displacement across Ukraine, hundreds of schools have been destroyed or severely damaged by Russian shelling and air strikes. Landmines and explosive remnants of war left behind by Russian troops pose a deadly threat to civilians, including children.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Let me begin by thanking the delegation of the United States for organizing today’s important debate and by expressing my appreciation to all the briefers for their interesting and thought-provoking contributions. Poland aligns itself with the statements delivered by the representative of the European Union, in its capacity as observer, and by the representative of Switzerland on behalf of the Group of Friends of the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict. A very disturbing picture emerges from the report of the Secretary-General on the state of the protection of civilians in armed conflict in 2021 (S/2022/381). Thousands of civilian deaths and injuries, destroyed homes, attacks on basic civilian infrastructure, refugee crises — these are the horrific consequences of armed conflicts around the world.”
2022-05-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9042Resumption1 (2022) · source
“Poland is doing the best it can to help Ukrainian children through such troubled and terrifying times. By offering them safety among our families in our homes and a kind of normal life with both its duties and joys in Poland, we hope that we are able to save at least a part of their dreams and childhoods.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“More than 2,000 patients from Ukraine, nearly half of whom are children, are hospitalized in Poland. A paediatric hub was established in the city of Lublin, from which young patients are being transferred to institutions all over the country and abroad. It must be stressed that Ukrainian children — just like all children, all around the world — were already dealing with mental-health challenges as a result of being isolated for almost two years during the pandemic. Now that they have left the comforts of home — not to mention those family and friends who stayed in Ukraine to fight — any progress towards pre-pandemic normalcy has been cruelly interrupted. Poland is offering psychiatric, psychological and other mental-health social services to help Ukrainian refugees; however, their needs are growing every day.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“In times of war, classrooms can and should provide children with a sense of stability and act as a safe space to learn and process their trauma. However, across Ukraine, hundreds of schools have been destroyed by Russian shelling and air strikes. Many classrooms are simply unusable after having been damaged or destroyed. Even after the war is over, it will still take a long time to rebuild schools and other educational facilities. Attacks on civilian areas, including civilian infrastructure, are endangering children’s lives and futures. Poland condemns, in the strongest possible terms, attacks against civilians and civilian objects such as schools, hospitals and orphanages. All perpetrators of violations of international law, especially international humanitarian law and human rights law, must be held accountable.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“As part of the cash-for-work programme, Ukrainian teachers can find employment in Polish schools and kindergartens as assistants for refugee children. We also pay particular attention to the needs of children with disabilities. Children with special-education needs and their parents can benefit from psychological and pedagogical assistance in Polish kindergartens and schools. Students who were pursuing higher education in Ukraine before the outbreak of the war can also continue their studies at Polish universities. Moreover, we have launched several programmes offering institutional and financial support for academics from Ukraine to enable them to continue their research projects. Schools provide children with education, but they play a much greater role in children’s lives.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“About 20 per cent of them are attending preparatory classes, and 80 per cent are attending regular classes together with Polish children. The Ministry of Education has created an online platform through which various educational tools are available for free. In addition, the Ministry has organized special language courses for teachers from Ukraine who have come to Poland. Courses have also been set up for Polish teachers, including in the Ukrainian language, to make it easier for them to communicate with children coming from Ukraine and better respond to their educational needs. Additionally, I would like to talk about the project involving the Polish Centre for International Aid in coordination with CARE.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“While keeping in mind that the interruption of the educational process, even for a short period of time, has long-lasting effects and can prevent students from returning to learning, we are determined to ensure that each of those affected by the war can continue their education. Depending on parents’ preferences, we offer support by enrolling children in Polish schools or providing them with the equipment necessary for distance learning within the Ukrainian educational system. For those who want to continue their education in Polish schools, we have organized preparatory classes, which will help them to find their way within the Polish educational system and overcome the language barrier. Currently, there are almost 200,000 refugee children from Ukraine in Polish schools.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source
“I would like to thank the United States for organizing this important and timely briefing and for shedding light on the situation of children in Ukraine in the aftermath of Russia’s aggression. I would also like to thank the excellent briefers, Ms. Joyce Msuya and Mr. Omar Abdi, for their insights and, more importantly, for all their work in helping the youngest victims of Russian aggression. Since the outbreak of the war, as of today, more than 3.3 million people, mostly women and children, have crossed from Ukraine into Poland to seek refuge. Both as a State and a society, Poland is making every effort to meet their needs. Ensuring that children continue their education is one of our top priorities.”
2022-05-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9032 (2022) · source