This Senate resolution calls for the inclusion of Sudanese women in United States efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The resolution emphasizes that Sudanese women have historically led democratic movements in their country and should be central participants in peace negotiations and discussions about Sudan's future, noting that research shows peace agreements are 35 percent more likely to succeed when women are involved. The resolution documents the severe humanitarian crisis in Sudan, including widespread sexual violence used as a weapon of war, famine affecting over 25 million people, and the displacement of over 11 million civilians, with women and girls disproportionately affected. The measure calls for increased humanitarian assistance, support for documenting human rights abuses, prosecution of those responsible for gender-based violence and other war crimes, and urges all parties to accept an immediate ceasefire while committing to include Sudanese women in any peace talks brokered by international partners. As a resolution rather than legislation, this document expresses the Senate's position and does not create funding or legal requirements, but it reflects congressional support for prioritizing women's leadership in Sudan's path to peace and democracy.
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