U.N. Security Council Resolution 2334 (2016)

Abstract

UNSCR 1325 provides a useful framework from which to develop and improve policy and programming on gender peace security and development issues. Most importantly UNSCR 1325 provides a platform for civil society to demand accountability from their governments and to raise public and political awareness on the issue of sexual violence in conflict and beyond. UNSCR 1325 is an 18-point document focusing on four inter-related thematic areas: participation of women at all decision-making levels and in peace processes; inclusion of gender training in peacekeeping operations; protection of the rights of girls and women; gender mainstreaming in the UNs reporting and implementation systems. Within each of these thematic areas UNSCR 1325 encourages action by UN agencies the Security Council the Secretary General governments and all parties to armed conflict. Importantly a Security Council resolution brings international attention to a particular issue and also provides a political framework that recommends action to be taken by governments and international institutions. (excerpt)