In discussing the expected reports from the African Union and the Secretary-General on the mission in Somalia (AMISOM), the SC should call on all armed actors to comply with international humanitarian law, and protect civilians, including women.The Council should inquire into women’s full participation in all efforts to find a political solution to the ongoing armed violence, and how a future UN presence would support such activities; and should follow-up on the establishment of a gender unit within the Somali Police Force. The monitoring group’s midterm briefing should include information on individuals or groups intentionally targeting civilians, including women, and recommend action as per SCR 2002 (OP 1).