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23 August 2024 (Geneva) – A group of international mediators and observers pledged on Thursday to prioritize the inclusion of Sudanese women in peace efforts, aiming to integrate their perspectives and recommendations into ongoing efforts to end the conflict.
In a joint statement, the United States, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the African Union, the United Arab Emirates and the United Nations in Switzerland stressed that women’s participation is “critical and indispensable” to achieving lasting peace.
The statement came after a meeting with Sudanese women civilian experts who shared their insights on the plight of women and children in the war-torn country.
“If we want to achieve meaningful results, we must listen to and incorporate the views and suggestions of Sudanese women,” the statement said.
Delegations have established technical groups to ensure that women’s voices are heard and have committed to continue consultations through the ALPS* platform.
They also pledged to intensify diplomatic efforts to protect all civilians, especially women and children, from violence.
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