Outcome MOZ_D_6.1

Global norms, standards and processes on gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls are translated into gender-responsive laws, policies and plans, implemented, monitored and reported on

In order to contribute towards the creation of a favorable environment for the sustainable and inclusive realization of the Women, Peace and Security global agenda in Mozambique, UN Women Mozambique provided technical and financial support to Government represented by The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, presiding and participating in an Open debate on Women, Peace, and Security at the Security Council in New York on 7th March (During CSW67) as part of the commemorations of the 25th anniversary of the UN Resolution 1325. The Open debate at the Security Council was a huge accomplishment for Mozambique and it provided an opportunity for the country to present its progress in the implementation of WPS commitments at the national level. Additionally, the open debate served as a platform for Mozambique to further share the WPS context in the country, which can potentially lead to increased attention and resources being devoted to addressing women's participation in the WPS agenda. in addition, UN Women provided support to the Government of Mozambique, through the Ministry of Gender Children and Social Action, following the requested to conduct the evaluation of National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security 2018 to 2022 and crafting of the second-generation National action plan. UN Women has specifically assisted the government in drafting the Terms of Reference (TORs) as well as provide support for the recruitment of two national consultants to support the evaluation and drafting of the new national action plan with a proper M&E plan. The inception report has been endorsed by the MGCAS which allowed the start of the consultations. So far, a total of 157 women from 11 (eleven) organizations and networks engaged and shared their perspectives in the provinces of Cabo-Delgado and Nampula and the remain 9 provinces are expected to be consulted in the next quarter. The report of evaluation and Approval of the second generation of NAP is expected in the first quarter of 2024. Furthermore, efforts have been made to strengthen the coordination capacity of Women, Peace, and Security Commitments in Mozambique through participation of four (3) Governments official from Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Action in two (2) regional workshops, namely: 1 ) The preparation for the Final Planning Conference of the SADC Standby Forces Logistics exercise, held in Luanda, Republic of Angola, from 12-16 June 2023- the conference focused on implementing security measures for conflict and post-conflict countries, with the involvement of military, police, prisons, and civilian representatives from the Ministries of Gender, Children, and Social Welfare, as well as Health from SADC member states. By engaging in the regional workshop, the representatives committed themselves to apply the knowledge and insights gained to inform the upcoming NAP WPS process as well as to support the Government of Mozambique in developing effective strategies and policies that address the specific needs and concerns of women in peacebuilding and security processes, including incorporating gender-responsive approaches, ensuring the meaningful participation of women in security-related activities, and fostering collaboration between the military, police, prisons, and civilian sectors; 2) Consultative Meeting between Regional Economic Communities/Mechanisms and Member States on the Implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda in Africa," held on November 23 and 24 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The meeting, organized by the African Union Commission (AUC), aimed to assess progress, lessons learned, and challenges in the implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda in Africa; Identify opportunities and strategies to enhance the implementation and reporting of the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda and Strengthen collaboration between the African Union Commission, Regional Economic Communities, and Member States to advance accountability and reporting on the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda. The participation of the government representative allowed for acquiring knowledge on how to monitor the implementation of the Women, Peace, and Security agenda according to the Continental Results Framework (CRF, 2018-2028) and collect some best practices on the Implementation of the Agenda on the Continent. Mozambique's active participation in regional events demonstrates a commitment to strengthening its National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security (NAPWPS). By exchanging implementation experiences, identifying challenges, and learning from regional best practices, government representatives aim to significantly contribute to the ongoing NAPWPS evaluation and the development of a new generation. This engagement also aligns Mozambique with international standards, enhancing its capacity to address the unique needs of women in peacebuilding and security, and advancing the Women, Peace, and Security agenda in the country.

Global norms, standards and processes on gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls are translated into gender-responsive laws, policies and plans, implemented, monitored and reported on

Mozambique has legal and policy frameworks and institutional arrangements in place to promote gender balance which is guaranteed at the highest level with the Constitution of the Republic in its 36th Article. Since 1975 that the country endeavours efforst to promote gender equality in the political, economic, socio and cultural domains of life. From the constitution, laws and policies were developed and the country also became signatory of regional and international coventions and protocolos. All together serve as a basis for ongoing civic campaigns and design of projects and programmes to promote GE at all levels. National instruments Laws Land Law : Equal rights for men and women in land ownership and succession Family Law : Equal pay for men and women, and protection from violence, discrimination, and exploitation Law on Domestic Violence against Women : Combats all forms of family violence Law on Prevention and Combat of Premature Unions : Protects girls from early marriage Policies Gender Strategies and Policies : There are gender policies for the following ministries Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Gender, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education and Human Development, the Gender Strategy in the Public Sector that aims to promote GE in all aspects of the public sector including non gender discrimination. There is also a national Policy on Gender and a Strategy for Implementation which was approved in 2018 by the COuncil of Ministers. Plan of Action on Women, Peace and Security : Promotes women's participation in peace and security institutions National Plan for the Advancement of Women : Promotes women's participation in development processes Institutional Arrangements Family and Child Care Offices : Support families and children Integrated Mechanism for Assistance to Victims of Domestic Violence : coordinated by the Ministry of Gender integrating the ministries of Health, Justice, the Police and CSOs International instruments 1. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (1993) 2. Solemn Declaration of Gender Equality in Africa (1994) 3. Southern African Development Community's Gender Declaration (1997) 4. Optional Protocol to the African Charter on Human Rights and Peoples' Rights and the Rights of Women (2005)