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lines on the record: 7
first: 2015-09-30
most recent: 2019-04-23
sittings or episodes: 2
sources: un-security-council

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“Perpetrators need to be held accountable, otherwise peace can be interpreted as condoning crime. We need to improve assistance to victims and access to health care and other services. I would like to commend the important work of the International Criminal Court and its Trust Fund for Victims. Finland will continue to support its work; our latest contribution was earmarked for victims of sexual violence. Protecting innocent civilians is our first priority. Other considerations must come afterwards. This is possible, but a change in our attitude is needed and needed now.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“This requires capacity-building of national authorities in order to bring perpetrators to justice. The United Nations Team of Experts on Rule of Law and Sexual Violence in Conflict is doing valuable work in this regard. Finland, for its part, has supported the work of Justice Rapid Response and UN-Women to train experts in investigating these crimes. Measures to combat and prevent sexual Violence should be part of all international crisis management operations and humanitarian aid. For example, Finland, together with Norway, has deployed a specialized police team to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. What we want them to do is strengthen the capacity of local police in prevention and prosecution. Amnesty for these crimes in ceasefires or peace agreements must be ruled out.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“Actors such as Ms. Murad and Dr. Mukwege have helped to bring the consequences of these dreadful crimes to light. They deserve our respect, but they deserve action even more. Preventing conflict-related sexual violence starts during times of peace. Respect for the human rights of women and men and the rule of law are of utmost importance. Enhancing women's full and effective participation in society is also a foundation for preventing sexual violence. Most victims are women and girls, but we should not forget that men and boys are targeted as well. All survivors have their own experiences of conflict and their own specific needs. That is why we need survivor-centred responses, as has been pointed out today. Efforts to fight impunity for the most serious international crimes must be strengthened.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“I wish to express my appreciation to Ms. Nadia Murad, Dr. Denis Mukwege and Ms. Inas Miloud for their statements today. I also want to thank the Secretary-General and Foreign Minister Maas for organizing this important debate. Violence against innocent people is used as a weapon of war to cause fear and shame. Ending the abuse of civilians in conflicts is possible; it is a question of our resolve. The international norms exist; we just need to make sure they are respected. This very Chamber is the place where change can and must start. The members of the Security Council bear an enormous responsibility. There can be no excuses. Every act against civilians in every conflict must be condemned by all actors. Sexual violence in conflicts affects not only those directly targeted, but also their families, communities and entire societies.”
2019-04-23 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8514 (2019) · source
“The network brings together religious and traditional leaders, men and women alike, in their efforts for peace in conflict areas. We also need decisive action against terrorist groups, such as the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant. At the same time, we must make sure that all measures to counter terrorism comply with international law, human rights law, refugee law and international humanitarian law. The rule of law and the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms are essential components of the fight against terrorism.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“Unfortunately, terrorist organizations use discontent and marginalization to their advantage. Democracy, human rights and inclusive economic development are fundamental elements in creating stable societies. The key word is inclusiveness. It is essential to use society's full potential, especially when addressing difficult social problems. Here I would like to highlight the importance of women's full participation in decision-making. I firmly believe that we need the equal participation of men and women alike if we are to achieve sustainable peace. Religious and traditional leaders are also often important and influential representatives of local communities when it comes to questions related to peace and mediation. Finland sponsored the establishment of the Network for Religious and Traditional Peacemakers.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source
“We live in an increasingly interdependent world. Security Challenges emerging in one country affect us all. Ultimately, it is the Security Council's responsibility to maintain international peace and security. Of course, we all share the responsibility to respond to security challenges, old or new. Inaction is not an option. The situation today in many parts of the Middle East and North Africa is intolerable. I would like to commend and express my strong support to the mediation efforts of the United Nations in the crises in the region. The work of its Special Envoys and Representatives in resolving conflict there is greatly appreciated. Our primary focus should be on the root causes of conflicts. Millions of young people are unemployed and lack future prospects, which can lead to their exclusion from economic, social and political life.”
2015-09-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.7527 (2015) · source