Security Council Meeting on Women, Peace and Security

Speaking at a Security Council meeting on Women, Peace and Security, Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo said, “If they do not break free from patriarchal norms, true peace and inclusive security will remain out of reach.

” During the Council’s session on 3rd December DiCarlo emphasized the need for transformative approaches to global peace efforts, highlighting the role of young women and girls.

The Under-Secretary-General called for peace processes to move beyond elite-driven negotiations. “Peace cannot be achieved through deals made by elites alone,” she noted. Inclusive and multi-track processes must prioritize diverse groups of women, including young women, to build locally owned infrastructures for peace.

DiCarlo also stressed the need for sustained financial support to empower women peace builders.