Formulating women's policy

An analysis of women's issues has been made by the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, in particular the draft Platform for Action (annex to resolution 38/10, 18 March 1994) and other documents. There has also been considerable work done by various parties in preparation for the Beijing 4th Women's Conference in 1995.

1. Advancing interests of women

1. Strengthening participation of women in sustainable development programmes
2. Recognizing women's role in peacekeeping
3. Promoting political participation of women
4. Correcting gender bias in policy-making
5. Affirming women's rights

1. Supporting women in leadership positions
2. Publicizing women's issues
3. Promoting education about women's issues
4. Disseminating awareness on women's role