IDEAS FOR ACTION






 

 

Social Identify and promote the role of the arts and creative activities in advancing a diverse society Work to create an understanding, tolerant and cohesive multi-cultural society Encourage government and civil society to integrate their approach to balancing the impact of economic globalization on society Promote respect and tolerance of religious & cultural differences
Technological Enchance women's IT access and skills & examine the impact on decision making of the volumes of information to be absorbed and processed via electronic communication Use new technologies to disseminate knowledge of women's social, legal & political rights Recognize the impact and promote scientific developments that lead to better economical and environmental solutions for health, safety & public services Monitor & challenge the mass media about programme violence & use media technology for peace-building
Economic

Emphasize the links between women's employment opportunities and lifelong education & examine the economic impacts of meeting the costs of lifelong education

Examine the impact of economic restructuring on employment conditions & gender equity Strengthen women's capacity to achieve economic independence by increasing access to land, water, inheritance, credit and government services Promote refugee camp programmes preparing women to gain employment & advocate for a system that preserves their humanity
Political Promote free and compulsory education as a means to break the cycle of illiteracy, poverty & exploitation of the vulnerable Encourage the incorporation of gender issues in public policy and infrastructure planning Work to strengthen networks between NGOs, other civil society partners & government on issues such as violence against women Promote women's role in conflict resolution & peace building processes

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