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06. Oct 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

United Nations General Assembly 76th session - First Committee General Debate

06 October 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements United Nations General Assembly 76th session - First Committee General Debate Statement at the General Debate of the First Committee by H. E. Jörundur Valtýsson, Permanent Representative of Iceland to the UN General Assembly 76th session, 6 October 2021 Mr Chair, Iceland aligns itself with the statement delivered earlier by Denmark on behalf of the Nordic Countries but let me highlight few key issues from a national perspective

06. Oct 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Jafnrétti, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

United Nations General Assembly 76th Session - Second Committee General Debate

06 October 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements United Nations General Assembly 76th Session - Second Committee General Debate Statement by H. E. Jörundur Valtýsson Permanent Representative of Iceland to the United Nations General Assembly 76th session, 6 October 2021 Second Committee – General debate Madam Chair, Allow me to congratulate you on your election and sincerely thank Ambassador Rai and the outgoing Bureau for their excellent work

24. Sep 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Equality, Human Rights and Equality, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

United Nations High-Level Dialogue on Energy

24 September 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements United Nations High-Level Dialogue on Energy UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy Speech by H. E. Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson Minister for Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation of Iceland Mr

22. Sep 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

UN LGBTI Core Group High Level Event - Leaving No One Behind: Decriminalization of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

22 September 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements UN LGBTI Core Group High Level Event - Leaving No One Behind: Decriminalization of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity UN LGBTI Core Group High Level Event "Leaving No One Behind: Decriminalization of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity" address given by Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation Let me first say how happy I am to be able to address this side-event today, organized by the UN LGBTI Core Group. Iceland is a proud member of the Group and is fully committed to its values, mission and vision. The Government of Iceland remains strongly committed to promote the human rights and non-discrimination of LGBTI individuals

17. Sep 2021Human Rights and Equality, Prime Ministers Office, Equality

Female leaders call for women’s rights and equal opportunities to be upheld in Afghanistan

Women heads of state and government sent out a joint call to current and future power holders in Afghanistan to refrain from violence against women and girls and to uphold and ensure equal rights and participation of women in public life. Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Prime Minister of Iceland, and Zuzana Čaputová, President of Slovakia, initiated the call.

14. Sep 2021Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Human Rights and Equality, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC48 - Statement by Iceland - Response to the Oral Update by the High Commissioner for Human Rights

14 September 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC48 - Statement by Iceland - Response to the Oral Update by the High Commissioner for Human Rights UN Human Rights Council 48th session Item 2 – General Debate Response to the Oral Update by the High Commissioner for Human Rights 14 September 2021 Statement by Iceland (Check against delivery Thank you Madame President, I thank the High Commissioner for her comprehensive update.

14. Sep 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Jafnrétti, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

Joint Nordic Statement at the UN Women Executive Board, Agenda Item 2: Strategic Plan

14 September 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Joint Nordic Statement at the UN Women Executive Board, Agenda Item 2: Strategic Plan Joint Nordic Statement Delivered by H. E. Jörundur Valtýsson, Permanent Representative of Iceland Second Regular Session 2021 UN Women Executive Board, Agenda Item 2: Strategic Plan Mr

31. Aug 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Jafnrétti, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

Joint Nordic Statement on UNFPA strategic plan 2022-2025

31 August 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Joint Nordic Statement on UNFPA strategic plan 2022-2025 SECOND REGULAR SESSION 2021 Executive Board of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS UNFPA Segment, August 31 2021 Item 6, UNFPA strategic plan 2022-2025 Statement by the Nordic Countries Delivered by Ambassador Miia Rainne, Deputy Permanent Representative of Finland, Chargé d'affaires Madam President, I deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and my own country Finland. We align ourselves with the Joint Statement, which will be delivered by Mexico. I would like to start by thanking UNFPA for developing your new Strategic Plan 2022- 2025 in such a transparent and participatory way

04. Nov 2020Legislation, Human Rights and Equality, Regulations, Ministry of Justice

Regulation on measures against victimisation, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment and violence in workplaces, No. 1009/2015

04 November 2020 / Ministry of Justice Regulation on measures against victimisation, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment and violence in workplaces, No. 1009/2015 Regulation on measures against victimisation, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment and violence in workplaces, No. 1009/2015

11. Sep 2020Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Human Rights and Equality, Equality, Prime Ministers Office

Call for action - International Equal Pay Day, 18 September

International Equal Pay Day will be celebrated for the first time this 18 September. On the occasion of this event the Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC), of which Iceland is a member, hosts a virtual global event and Call to Action to encourage all labour market actors to take the necessary steps to ensure that equal pay is at the heart of recovery efforts worldwide.

17. Jul 2020Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Statements, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva

HRC44 - All national and NB8 statements

17 July 2020 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC44 - All national and NB8 statements During each session Iceland delivers a number of statements on issues ranging from the human rights situation in individual countries to thematic issues. Those statements can be found below: Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in the Philippines Panel discussion on the rights of the child in the context of the environment Interactive dialogue with the High Commissioner on her annual report Interactive dialogue on violence against children Interactive dialogue on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity Interactive dialogue on extrajudicial executions

19. Jun 2020Speeches and Articles, Mission, Human Rights and Equality, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Statements

HRC43 - All national and NB8 statements

19 June 2020 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva Statements HRC43 - All national and NB8 statements During each session Iceland delivers a number of statements on issues ranging from the human rights situation in individual countries to thematic issues. Those statements can be found below: General debate on the oral update of the High Commissioner Interactive dialogue on human rights and the environment Interactive dialogue on human rights defenders Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in North Korea Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in Iran Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in Myanmar General debate on human rights situations that require the Council´s attention

17. Feb 2020Human Rights and Equality, Foreign Affairs, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Report on Iceland in the UN Human Rights Council

The objectives of Iceland's membership of the United Nations Human Rights Council have been achieved in all key respects. This is among the conclusions of a report prepared by the Icelandic Ministry for Foreign Affairs following the end of Iceland's term at the Human Rights Council. Gudlaugur Thór Thórdarson, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation says that international response demonstrates that Iceland has passed the test of membership.

11. Jul 2019Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Human Rights and Equality

Iceland´s resolution on the situation in the Philippines approved in the UN Human Rights Council

The UN Human Rights Council today passed a resolution, tabled by Iceland, on the promotion and protection of human rights in the Philippines. The resolution expresses concern over allegations of human rights violations in the Philippines, particularly those involving extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests and detention, as well as intimidation and persecution of human rights defenders and others.

28. May 2019Prime Ministers Office, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Human Rights and Equality, Foreign Affairs

Iceland awarded the Womenomics Honorary Award

Iceland has been awarded the Womenomics Honorary Award for its contribution to gender equality. Gudlaugur Thór Thórdarson, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iceland, received the award for Iceland’s position as the global front-runner when it comes to gender equality, during the international business conference The Womenomics Nordic Business Conference.

19. Jun 2018Foreign Affairs, Human Rights and Equality, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Statements, Other

HRC38 - All statements made by Iceland

19 June 2018 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva Statements HRC38 - All statements made by Iceland Ms Edda Björk Ragnarsdóttir, delivered today a statement at the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on violence and discrimination based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity at the 38th Session of the Human Rights Council. ID with IE on violence and discrimination based on SOGI Item 2 19 June 2018 Delivered by Iceland Thank you Mr. President Iceland congratulates Mr

19. Jun 2018Foreign Affairs, Human Rights and Equality, Speeches and Articles, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Mission, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Statements, Other

HRC38 - Iceland statement - Human Rights situation in the Philippines

19 June 2018 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva Statements HRC38 - Iceland statement - Human Rights situation in the Philippines Human Rights Council 38th session Joint Statement on the Human Rights Situation in the Philippines General Debate - Item 2 19 June 2018 Delivered by Iceland Thank you Mr. President, I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of a group of 38 States. The Philippines is a current member of the Human Rights Council

26. Jan 2018Legislation, Human Rights and Equality, Regulations, Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing, Ministry of Justice, Acts of Parliament

Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017

26 January 2018 / Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing Ministry of Justice Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017 Updated: 26 January 2018 Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017 Tags Human Rights and Equality Regulations Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing Ministry of Justice Acts of Parliament Go back Disclaimer: This section of the site details available translations on legislation relating to the Government Offices in Iceland

26. Jan 2018Legislation, Human Rights and Equality, Regulations, Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing, Ministry of Justice, Acts of Parliament

Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017

26 January 2018 / Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing Ministry of Justice Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017 Updated: 26 January 2018 Regulation on the certification of equal pay systems of companies and institutions according to the ÍST 85 Standard - No. 1030 of 13 November 2017 Tags Human Rights and Equality Regulations Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing Ministry of Justice Acts of Parliament Go back Disclaimer: This section of the site details available translations on legislation relating to the Government Offices in Iceland

09. Feb 2012Social Welfare and Families, Human Rights and Equality, Reports

Male Violence against Women in Intimate Relationships in Iceland

In 2006, the Icelandic government adopted an action plan for measures to combat violence against women in intimate relationships, based on the concept that violence against women affects everyone in society and will not be tolerated. The objective of the plan was to prevent violence against women, to enhance options for women that are subjected to violence and their children, and help men to cease violent behavior.

14. Jun 2007Social Welfare and Families, Human Rights and Equality, Reports, Heilbrigðisráðuneytið, Ministry of Social Affairs and Housing

Parental Leave in Iceland – Bringing the Fathers in

<p>The Icelandic Act on Maternity/Paternity and Parental Leave underwent significant changes in the year 2000. The leave was extended from six months to nine, parents who were active in the labor market were paid 80% of their average salaries during the leave and the payments were to come from a specific fund, financed through an insurance levy.</p>