Control Arms co-hosted a packed reception this week at the UN Headquarters in New York, together with the governments of Australia, Finland, and Mexico to mark the achievement of over 50 ratifications of the ATT, and the launch of the “50 Celebrating 50” exhibit.
The High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Angela Kane welcome delegates to the exhibit, and noted the rapid speed by which the ATT have moved toward entry into force. Mexican Ambassador Jorge Lomónaco, Australia’s Ambassador John Quinn and Ambassador Janne Taalas of Finland, also spoke, acknowledging the positive role of civil society in the ATT process, and the importance now of moving to effective implementation.
“50 Celebrating 50” profiles the photos and quotes of 50 people across governments, civil society and the UN who worked to make the ATT possible.
See the exhibition online in English, Spanish or French and all are welcome to contribute their own photo and quote as the project continually expands to include more of the many people who have contributed to the ATT’s success. The exhibition will be next displayed in London, get in touch with Control Arms if you are interested in displaying it in your country.