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Recommendation 21
21
Paragraph: 86
We recommend that the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS) is amended at...
Recommendation
We recommend that the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS) is amended at the next opportunity to incorporate adequate measures to protect against sexual exploitation and abuse.
Paragraph Reference:
86
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
We will continue to make that point in the United Nations. The UK works closely with all the UN’s mechanisms aimed at preventing and tackling SEAH, including the Special Coordinator’s office which plays an essential role in coordinating and strengthening alignment of the UN’s approach. It is vital this area is given adequate resource to ensure that the Secretary-General’s strong leadership is translated into concrete action.