Random Questions

Question 1

What was the Un Security Council Resolution 1325?

Answer 1

Passed in 2000 •formal acknowledgement of the changing nature of warfare in which civilians are targeted and women are ignored •Deals not only with the impact of war on women but with the pivotal role women should and do play in conflict management

Question 2

Why did the UNSC pass Resolution 1325?

Answer 2

•To acknowledge the changing nature of warfare

Question 3

Why do women need to be critical actors in peace building?

Answer 3

Because the experiences of the two genres in war are different and women therefore offer a vital perspective in analysis of conflict and in rebuilding/peacebuilding strategies

Question 4

Why is Resolution 1325 important to International Law?

Answer 4

Changed the way the International community thinks about peace and security. Highlights the importance of women at the peace table/involves them in international decision making.

Question 5

Why is Resolution 1325 important to Global Security?

Answer 5

Over 200 000 women have served in Iraq and Afghanistan

Question 6

What are the four pillars of Resolution 1325?

Answer 6

Participation, Protection, Prevention and Relief and Recovery

Question 7

How is Resolution 1325 implemented?

Answer 7

In a statement in 2005 the SC called upon UN member states to continue to implement the resolution through the development of the National Action Plans - which assists countries in identifying priorities and resources, determining their responsibilities and committing to action