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Short Summary |
This statement was issued at the Oslo Donor's
Conference on Sudan in April 2005. Its authors comprise Sudanese women
delegates from all regions, including representatives from the Government
of Sudan, the Sudanese People's Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A),
civil society and academic institutions. This statement sets out their
priorities in advocating for donor support for gender equality and
women's rights in post-conflict Sudan. It takes as its premise the
fact that women play a crucial role in peace-building, peacemaking,
reconstruction and sustaining families and communities amidst war,
poverty and HIV/AIDS. Additionally, it also highlights the fact that
women have a fundamental human right to be full and equal partners
in all sectors and at all levels and is aware of the status of women
in the different areas of Sudan. Priority themes include governance
and the rule of law; gender based violence; economic policy and management;
livelihoods and productive sectors; and basic social services covering
health and education. Recommendations for budgetary allocation and
resource support that must be part of Sudan's reconstruction include
contributing to women's empowerment and increasing women's capacities,
opportunities and access to resources; reducing gender inequalities
in law, policy and practice; benefiting young people, especially girls,
in disadvantaged communities; and targeting rural areas. |
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