On July 30, 2020, Peace Track Initiative (PTI), in collaboration with the Mothers of Abductees Association and Food for Humanity, delivered a powerful statement at a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting through the voice of Dr. Amat Al-Salam Al-Hajj. Representing the Women Solidarity Network, Dr. Al-Hajj highlighted the plight of detainees in Yemen, including women, and the broader humanitarian crisis aggravated by war, COVID-19, and systemic aid failures.
The statement emphasized three core concerns: the urgent need to release arbitrarily detained civilians, the catastrophic impact of the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the pandemic and floods, and the exclusion of women from peace processes. It also called for meaningful inclusion of women—no less than 50%—in all peace and humanitarian efforts, and for flexible funding to women-led organizations. PTI stands committed to amplifying the voices of Yemeni women and grassroots actors for peace, justice, and human dignity.
The Statement was delivered during the event: “On the Frontlines: The impact of the Yemeni conflict on the rights of women and children” a Roundtable organized by the UK Mission.
