The 62nd Session of the Human Rights Council, Item 3: Interactive dialogue with Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls, Statement by Mr. TAKEUCHI Yasuaki
2026/6/24
The 62nd Session of the Human Rights Council
Item 3: Interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls,
its causes and consequences
Statement by Mr. TAKEUCHI Yasuaki, Second Secretary
The Permanent Mission of Japan in Geneva
22 June 2026
Item 3: Interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls,
its causes and consequences
Statement by Mr. TAKEUCHI Yasuaki, Second Secretary
The Permanent Mission of Japan in Geneva
22 June 2026
Thank you, Madam Vice-President.
Japan thanks the Special Rapporteur for the presentation of her report.
Japan recognizes that mothers may face distinct forms of violence and discrimination, including economic hardship, barriers in employment, domestic violence, and challenges in accessing health and social services. We share the view that protecting women and girls throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood is essential to the full enjoyment of their human rights and to the well-being of children and families.
Japan remains committed to advancing gender equality and supporting parents through policies that promote maternal health, access to healthcare, childcare services, parental leave, and protection from violence. We also recognize the importance of addressing the particular vulnerabilities faced by women and girls, including young mothers and pregnant women and girls, in humanitarian settings and other situations of heightened risk.
In this context, Japan, in partnership with UN Women, has been working to protect women and girls, and to eliminate gender-based violence through prevention, protection, and empowerment initiatives.
Madam Special Rapporteur,
Your report highlights the particular vulnerabilities faced by women and girls in conflict and humanitarian settings. With a view to improving implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, could you elaborate on good practices for ensuring that the specific needs of women and girls are effectively integrated into humanitarian assistance and protection frameworks in conflict-affected settings?
I thank you.
Japan thanks the Special Rapporteur for the presentation of her report.
Japan recognizes that mothers may face distinct forms of violence and discrimination, including economic hardship, barriers in employment, domestic violence, and challenges in accessing health and social services. We share the view that protecting women and girls throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and motherhood is essential to the full enjoyment of their human rights and to the well-being of children and families.
Japan remains committed to advancing gender equality and supporting parents through policies that promote maternal health, access to healthcare, childcare services, parental leave, and protection from violence. We also recognize the importance of addressing the particular vulnerabilities faced by women and girls, including young mothers and pregnant women and girls, in humanitarian settings and other situations of heightened risk.
In this context, Japan, in partnership with UN Women, has been working to protect women and girls, and to eliminate gender-based violence through prevention, protection, and empowerment initiatives.
Madam Special Rapporteur,
Your report highlights the particular vulnerabilities faced by women and girls in conflict and humanitarian settings. With a view to improving implementation of the Women, Peace and Security agenda, could you elaborate on good practices for ensuring that the specific needs of women and girls are effectively integrated into humanitarian assistance and protection frameworks in conflict-affected settings?
I thank you.