“This glossary aims at compiling existing terminology and nomenclature related to SEA to provide conceptual clarity and a common understanding of key terms used by different United Nations entities in the discourse on this topic. […] The glossary comprises a set of terms and definitions as they are normally used and understood by key UN entities in the context of SEA. […] Finally it is noted that this is a living document and that for comprehensiveness, the glossary also includes terminology applicable to acts by non-UN international forces acting under a Security-Council mandate, which may not be applicable to SEA by United Nations personnel.”
Disclaimer: The glossary does not have any legal effects and will serve as a reference tool in connection with the UN system wide response to SEA. All terms and definitions are to be read in the context of SEA.”
