Proceedings of the Arms Trade Treaty Negotiations

41 states recognized the importance of development in the Arms Trade Treaty and outlined exactly how it should be included. In a move welcomed by civil society, countries from Australia to Burkina Faso made it clear they want an ATT which incorporates socio-economic development provisions. 

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UNCSW 57: Statement of the African Women's Caucus

Have you read the African Women’s Caucus Position Statement on the 57th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women themed "Elimination and Prevention of All Forms of Violence against Women and Girls?"

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The African Women’s Caucus representing African civil society organizations from all the five sub-regions of Africa and the diaspora committed to advancing women’s human rights, call on Member States to declare zero tolerance of all forms of discrimination and violence against women and girls and to prioritize preventive measures in the fight to eliminate violence from the lives of women and girls.

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