Reviewing the implementation of UNSCR1325 and UNR1820: What will it take ?

“Women in the Land of Conflict" Conference, Voksenaasen, Oslo,
23-25 November 2008
by Charles Abugre

8 years after the SCR 1325 was adopted, the report looks into the progress of leading, relevant institutions’ performance in fulfilling the goals of the resolution.

Some questions to be pursued are: To what extent is it understood, has it become a part of, and is reflected in the policies, plans and performances of the organisations that women’s participation and role has been duly appreciated and focused? To what extent are there in place routines to capture their own performances, reporting on and progressing with regard to these issues?

The report can be downloaded below.
Reviewing the implementation of UNSCR1325 and UNR1820: What will it take



The Nepalese organisation SAATHI has published a Media Kit and Comic Booklet on UNSCR 1325 to sensitize journalists and media activists. The media kit consist the information on UNSCR 1325, Role of Women in Peace Building Process, Transitional Justice and Reconciliation and Role of Media.

The UNSCR 1325 Media Kit can be downloaded below.
Media Kit on UNSCR 1325



As a member of the United Nations, Norway is responsible for the implementation of Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (2000). The resolution is legally binding. The aim of the resolution is to increase women’s participation in civil and military peace operations, peacemaking and peace building, and to enhance the protection of women's human rights in conflict areas.

In order to intensify Norway’s efforts to promote a more just world, the Norwegian Government (2005-2009) has presented an action plan for the implementation of Resolution 1325. The national plan of action was launched March 2006. The action plan marks the beginning of a process, and will be revised regularly in cooperation with relevant national authorities and other interested actors.

Norwegian researchers and NGOs also work for the effective implementation of the resolution - both nationally and internationally. Forum Norway 1325 - a group of active organisations and individuals - was established in 2004 in order to promote 1325-initiatives and solutions based on their competence and experiences.
Norwegian action plan for the implementation of Resolution 1325