The Secretary of the Security Council of the Republic of Armenia Armen Grigoryan Delivered a Speech During the International Conference Dedicated to the 25th Anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325: “A Living Agenda: 25 Years of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda and Armenia’s Call for Human Security

01 / 12 / 2025

On December 1, the Secretary of the Security Council of the Republic of Armenia, Armen Grigoryan, delivered a speech during the international conference dedicated to the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325: “A Living Agenda: 25 Years of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda and Armenia’s Call for Human Security.”

The full text of the Security Council Secretary’s speech is provided below.

“Dear colleagues,

Ladies and gentlemen,

I am very pleased to welcome you to this important international conference dedicated to the 25th anniversary of the UN Security Council Resolution 1325, “Women, Peace, and Security.” Twenty-five years ago, this document laid the foundations for a new global agenda — “Women, Peace, and Security” — and created a historic institutional basis for recognizing the role of women in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and post-conflict recovery processes.

The theme of this year’s event — “A Living Agenda: 25 Years of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda and Armenia’s Call for Human Security” — is especially relevant for our region, where peace and security have become fundamental prerequisites for the development of the people living here. And this anniversary year is not only symbolic, but also obligating — reminding us that peace and security cannot be sustainable if women’s voices and participation are not heard in the processes of building them.

Dear guests,

Armenia remains committed to implementing the National Action Plan for the “Women, Peace and Security” agenda, which includes strategic and practical measures aimed at increasing women’s involvement in the security sector, based on the principles of inclusiveness, resilience, and human security.

The Government of Armenia, particularly the Ministry of Defense, has implemented and continues to implement a number of programs aimed at increasing women’s participation and professional development in military and civilian security structures, as well as enhancing their role in strategic planning, crisis management, and peacekeeping missions — areas in which significant progress has been made. We also attach great importance to the role of civil society, as women’s rights organizations actively participate in peacebuilding initiatives, conflict prevention, the promotion of peace, and implement programs in border communities aimed at strengthening resilience and increasing women’s involvement, which undoubtedly contributes to the development of women’s leadership.

In recent years, women’s participation in the security and defense sectors in Armenia has shown steady growth. Today, the number of servicewomen in the Armed Forces has noticeably increased, and women’s participation in political decision-making has also risen. According to the “Global Gender Gap Report,” Armenia ranks 59th among 146 countries, holding the first place among the countries of our region. Today, women’s representation in the National Assembly of Armenia has reached 38%, which is also the highest indicator in the region. Women are represented in the Government, local self-government bodies, and various branches of public administration.

Dear colleagues,

Armenia, being located in a complex region, has its own experience where the understanding of security is transforming into a model of human and societal resilience. We understand that security systems cannot be effective if they lack public trust, participation, and equality. Therefore, our goal is to ensure an environment where every citizen — woman or man — can live in safe, dignified, and peaceful conditions. In this context, we emphasize the role of women not only as beneficiaries of peace but also as its active creators. Their involvement in political decision-making, peacekeeping efforts, and the development of security policies is essential for establishing real and lasting peace.

Ladies and gentlemen,

Let our discussions not only reflect on the past 25 years but also become a foundation for a new security culture where peace is maintained through trust, inclusiveness, and cooperation.

Thank you.”