Minister Grabar-Kitarović met with the Special Adviser of the Secretary-General on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women, Rachel Mayanja

Minister Grabar-Kitarović pointed out the topicality and importance of gender issues in Croatia, stressing that the gender equality is guaranteed by the Croatian Constitution. She stated the statistics on the position of women in Croatia and their participation in public and political life, emphasizing that Croatia is very active in advocating gender equality and has a representative in the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women.

Special Adviser Mayanja applauded Croatia’s efforts, saying that much has been done, but there is still a lot to do, not only in Croatia but in other countries as well. Special Adviser Mayanja reminded about the importance of commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Peking Declaration, pointing out that the implementation and strengthening of legal provision against violence towards women on a national level is crucial for the betterment of their position. She also pointed out that this year will see the 5th anniversary of the adoption of the Security Council’s Resolution 1325 on women, peace and security.

At the end of the meeting, Special Adviser Mayanja asked for Croatia’s support to the demand that the number of the Committee’s annual meetings be increased for a more thorough and timely consideration of the members’ national reports.

Minister Grabar-Kitarović promised Croatia’s full support to the demand, as well as its active participation in the Committee’s activities.