Deputy Head of Mission Baghdad. Former Consul General Erbil, Levant & North Africa Department, Gender Equality & Stabilisation Units. Senior Conflict Adviser.
HRH met Yazidi, Turkmen & Shabak survivors of conflict-related sexual violence who shared the challenges they face, including separation from their children born of rape, and their hopes for the future. Justice, psychosocial support and training is needed to rebuild lives.
Hello
#TwitterKurds
, we'd like to introduce you to our new Consul General
@RosyCave
. Last week she was in
#Erbil
&
#Sulimaniyah
and is looking forward to visiting the other parts of the
#KRI
. Watch the video below to get to know her better!
I was delighted to have my introductory call with President Nechirvan Barzani
@IKRPresident
this afternoon. I’m looking forward to working on our shared priorities during my time as the British Consul General
@ukinerbil
Such a pleasure to be here. I am delighted to start my new role as UK Consul General in Erbil and have had a great first day. Thank-you
@SafeenDizayee
for your time this morning.
A warm welcome to
@rosycave
the new UK Consul General in Erbil. I’m looking forward to working with her to further strengthen relations between Kurdistan Region of Iraq and the UK.
As we reach the end of January, I celebrate my first full year in
#Iraq
. So lucky to have the chance to work for
@UKinIraq
and
@ukinerbil
and with the wonderful people in federal Iraq and the KRI.
PS Still loving the delicious Iraqi food, especially the dolma and the sweets…
Wonderful introductory meeting with PM
@masrourbarzani
. I look forward to continuing to deepen the relationship between the UK and the KRI during my time here
@ukinerbil
New
@ukinerbil
CG
@RosyCave
was received by PM
@masrourbarzani
. KRG's full support for a successful tenure in Kurdistan was emphasized and discussed current issues and importance of holding elections this year. Further enhancing of bilateral ties and cooperation were stressed.
So important to have the opportunity to listen and learn from civil society about the work they’re doing to localise the
#WomenPeaceSecurity
agenda in the
#KRI
Inspiring discussion at the Citadel where HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh heard from women activists & NGOs about their efforts to implement
#WomenPeaceSecurity
, including promoting women peacebuilders & political participation, to make the
#KRI
more peaceful, secure & prosperous
A beautiful morning to run the
#diplomile
and more as part of the London 🛫 repatriation team effort
@foreignoffice
Managed to rope my daughter in for the first mile...
#Earlsfield
Honoured to speak at this event today, commemorating the 9th anniversary of Daesh atrocities committed against the Yazidis, particularly during the week that the UK government formally acknowledged acts of genocide perpetrated against Yazidis in 2014.
Today, CG
@RosyCave
joined Yazidi survivors and other dignitaries to remember the tragic atrocities committed by Daesh and honour Yazidi resilience. The 🇬🇧 is committed to supporting Yazidi and other minority communities. These horrific crimes must never occur again.
Essential reading for anyone who cares about ending conflict-related sexual violence and providing holistic support to all survivors and children born of
#CRSV
- and for everybody else who thinks this is inevitable. This is why it’s
#TimeToAct
Thank you
@christinalamb
Beautiful
#London
on my way to Parliament to attend the APPG on
#WomenPeaceSecurity
- an opportunity to hear about progress implementing our 5th National Action Plan one year in. Supporting women-led and women’s rights organisations remains a priority.
#RightsFreedomPotential
Ahead of the ninth anniversary of the atrocities committed by Daesh against the Yazidi people, the UK formally acknowledges acts of genocide were committed. I saw first-hand earlier this year in Iraq how the impact of these heinous crimes are still felt today.
I first visited
#Iraq
in 2014 when I was sent by our Foreign Secretary to identify how the UK could support survivors of Daesh-perpetrated sexual violence in conflict. I’m proud that
@UKinIraq
@ukinerbil
continue to support survivors today.
#unitetoendCRSV
#16Days
We’re proud that 11 years since the launch of PSVI the 🇬🇧 continues to play a leading role in driving global action to preventing conflict related sexual violence.
We remain committed to
#unitetoendCRSV
CG
@RosyCave
hosted an iftar to break the fast with our Kurdish and diplomatic friends. It was wonderful to catch up and share a delicious meal together.
#RamadanKareem
🌙
The KRG shares key objectives with the UK:
Dismantle terror groups.
Crack down on organised crime.
Tackle illegal migration.
Curb drug trafficking.
It was good to thank
@IKRPresident
for his help so far, and discuss how we can tackle issues that threaten our security in future.
Wonderful to have the opportunity to celebrate
#WomenInDiplomacy
by encouraging girls and young women to get involved. Thanks to everyone that participated in the day.
To celebrate the International Day for
#WomenInDiplomacy
,
@UKinErbil
hosted a ‘Consul General for the Day’. Check out all the activities we did throughout the day!
Welcome
@JamesGoldmanUK
! Wonderful to have you join the
@ukinerbil
team and the wider Iraq Network as the new British Consul General. Have a fabulous time in the KRI - such a great job!
#twitterkurds
Meet our new Consul General to the
#KRI
,
@JamesGoldmanUK
. James says: “I am thrilled to have arrived in the KRI to take up the role of UK CG. The relationship between the UK and KRI is both historic and growing.
Peace is more sustainable when women, like
@MonicaBelfast
, are part of the negotiations. Women’s full, equal and meaningful participation, leadership and representation in peace processes benefits us all.
#WomenPeaceSecurity
Delighted to welcome
@andrewbizley
to the UK’s Iraq Network as the new Consul General Erbil. Wonderful to have you
@ukinerbil
and working closely with
@UKinIraq
. You’re going to love this fantastic role!
Meet our new Consul General,
@AndrewBizley
! Follow him for the latest updates on his journey and let us know where you think he should visit around the KRI!
Women's full, equal & meaningful participation in decision-making and leadership is key for inclusive, representative politics. Loved celebrating
@UKinIraq
@IOHRiraq
support for Iraqi women in politics who are driving positive change.
#InvestInWomen
#InspireInclusion
#IWD2024
Brilliant to take part in
@FCDOGovUK
#GlobalMile
again this year. And even better to do it with
#FreeToRun
and colleagues from
@ukinerbil
. The girls’ enthusiasm for running was contagious. I’m looking forward to running with them again.
🏃♀️🏃♂️
@UKinErbil
took part in the
@FCDOGovUK
#GlobalMile
this morning, a global marathon with 🇬🇧 Government missions around the world participating. It was wonderful to run with
#FreeToRun
, which empowers young women and girls through running and other sports.
Women’s political participation will help end violence against women and girls. Delighted to support launch of
@IOHRiraq
project and their Political Women’s Month. The UK is committed to supporting organisations promoting and protecting women’s
#RightsFreedomPotential
#16Days
Thank you for inviting me to celebrate the
#Yazidi
New Year at the reception last night, Mir Hazim Tahsin Beg. I wish all Yazidis a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.
Check out this video to hear from our CG
@RosyCave
about the many benefits of the prestigious Chevening Programme. Pave your path to success through the fully-funded scholarship and do not miss the chance to APPLY NOW! 🎓🇬🇧
🔗:
#ChooseChevening
Pleasure to attend the 2024 Strategic Leadership Course today and meet 🇮🇶 policy leaders from
@IraqiPMO
, Office of the NSA, and
@Iraqimofa
Great discussion on 🇬🇧 lessons learnt and reflections on the importance of cross-governmental cooperation.
My father was proud to have been part of the
@BBCNews
Outside Broadcast team who televised Her Late Majesty The Queen’s
#Coronation
- the first time people around the world were able to see the ceremony. Wonderful to be able to watch HMTK’s ceremony in
#erbil
today.
As the sun rises over
#KRI
on this special day, we join the world in celebrating the
#coronation
of His Majesty King Charles III. 🌅👑🇬🇧
لەگەڵ هەڵهاتنی خۆر بەسەر هەرێمی کوردستانی عێراق لەم ڕۆژە تایبەتەدا، لەگەڵ جیهاندا ئاهەنگ دەگێرین بەبۆنەی تاج لەسەر دانانی شا چارڵزی سێیەم.
.
@RosyCave
of
@FCOHumanRights
- The
#UK
🇬🇧 is 100% committed to increasing women's meaningful participation in peace processes. Between now and Oct 2020, the UK will focus on 3 target countries - Afghanistan, South Sudan and Yemen - to achieve tangible impact.
#RomeInclusivePeace
Today The Countess of Wessex hosts a reception on
#InternationalWomensDay
to highlight the vital roles women play in the Peacebuilding process in conflict-affected countries all over the world.
#IWD2019
An important book by
@sallyhayd
reminding us all of the horrific conditions refugees experience in detention centres in Libya, including sexual violence - flagged again in the most recent report by the Independent Fact Finding Mission on Libya
“It’s no longer a humanitarian crisis. It’s a challenge for all of humanity.”
@DenisMukwege
speaks passionately about the need to support all survivors and to prevent conflict-related sexual violence at
#EndSBGVOslo
#EndSexualViolence
.
@UKinErbil
was delighted to host the historic commissioning ceremony of female Peshmerga, Lelo Majeed and
@DrMediaMasti
, by
@SheikhJaafarSh1
following their completion of
@RMASandhurst
courses, highlighting the important role women have to play in the security sector.
Delighted to be part of this panel, sharing what we are doing
@ukinerbil
@UKinIraq
and across the MENA region to:
- educate girls
- empower women and girls
- end violence against women and girls
#RightsFreedomPotential
Third, and final, launch of the Women and Girls strategy with
@JamesCleverly
Today we discussed with the
@FCDOGovUK
network how we must ensure women and girls are at the heart of all we do and all the decisions we make
Now to turn our plans into action
#RightsFreedomPotential
Love, love, love
@DefenceHQ
in rainbow colours to mark 20 years since lesbian, gay and bisexual personnel were legally allowed to serve in the Armed Forces 🏳️🌈🇬🇧
Violence against women is one of the most pervasive global human rights abuses.
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women,
@UKinIraq
is proud to support women’s rights organisations securing
#RightsFreedomPotential
for women & girls in Iraq.
#16Days
A must watch...we spend millions every year on peace and security but who’s peace, who’s security?
@UN
committed to putting women at the centre of conflict prevention, peacemaking and peacebuilding
#WomenPeaceSecurity
It is time to stop trying to change women, and start changing the systems that prevent them from achieving their potential.
My speech on “Women and Power:"
Today UK government staff and families will be taking part in the
#Globalmile
, raising money for mental health charities at home and overseas.
Ready, set, go! 👟
This week marks 20 years of the UK-led UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women Peace and Security. Today, at the UN, we announced our support for the Women Peacebuilders Protection Framework and new funding for the Women Mediators across the Commonwealth network.
#WPS20
Thanks very much to
@UKH_official
for hosting me. Really great to meet the competitors, break the fast with them and learn more about the importance of coding. Congratulations to everyone!
We were delighted to support
@UKH_official
@Google
Hash Code farewell competition last night. CG
@RosyCave
met with the competitors, and applauded their commitment to coding, programming and computer science - really important skills for all our futures. 💻👩🏻💻👨🏻💻
Congratulations to
#Balham
resident, refugee & anti-torture activist
@haoussou
on being awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours! Kolbassia leads
@SSOonline
, a national network of torture survivors which speaks with authority on issues of torture....
CG
@RosyCave
was a guest on
@BabylonFM993
’s Breakfast Club. 📻 She discussed her time in the
#KRI
, and played some of her favourite tunes! 🎶 Listen to the interview here:
Honoured to have had the opportunity to take my daughter to
@annefrankhouse
today. Everyone should have the right to freedom, including freedom of religion or belief.
#FoRB
Pillars of support among our Global Alliance:
1️⃣A network to EMPOWER
2️⃣A network for ACCESS
3️⃣A network of EXCELLENCE
We are here to deliver and ensure
#womenmediators
qualitative contributions🙏🏼
This week, The Countess joined part of a two-day workshop, facilitated by ICAN
@whatthewomensay
, to develop a protection framework for States to ensure the safety and security of women peace builders.
#standwithwomenpeacebuilders
« Peace settlements with female involvement are more likely to endure ».
#G7France
urges greater role for women in peace processes - via
@FRANCE24
#g7equality
There are 12 countries in the
#ElsieInitiative
Contact Group. Canada is proud to work with these partner countries to increase women’s meaningful participation in all aspects of
@UNPeacekeeping
.
#peacekeeping
missions must think about role of civil society, including in gender analysis, being mindful that during conflict they may be politicised so must engage with a range of CSOs. Need to ensure security of those they engage with.
#PKMinisterial
#WomenPeaceSecurity
On Tuesday, our CG
@RosyCave
co-hosted a reception to promote UK-KRI business, trade and investment opportunities with
@SardarGroup_IQ
. A pleasure to have
@SarbazBarznji
, Mayor of Lambeth, as the guest of honour at the Jaguar Land Rover in Iraq showroom.
The rally driver John Sprinzel invited his navigator, Willy Cave, to take the wheel of their Mini Cooper as they sped through the mountains in the 1963 Coupe des Alpes. Sadly it was no longer attached to the car.
Fantastic to host so many organisations committed to protecting the environment and finding ways to adapt and mitigate the impact of climate change in the
#KRI
Thank you for all you’re doing.
#ClimateAction
🌍 Promoting collaboration on climate action! Last night,
@UKinErbil
hosted a dynamic climate networking event, uniting local & international NGOs, diplomatic missions, and UN agencies. Together, we strive for a greener, more sustainable future. 🌱
#ClimateChange
#ClimateAction