Women are largely underrepresented at all levels of government. They are also scarce in decision-making positions in the arts, culture, sports, the media, education, religion and law. We need to increase women's participation in decision-making areas that affect their lives. Institutions established for the advancement of women need adequate support. We need government structures to ensure that gender perspectives are integrated in all areas of public policy and that all policies are analyzed for their impact on women.
Human rights are universal rights.
When governments ensure human rights for all people, women's rights will be ensured. We need governments to protect the rights of women in order to guarantee the advancement of women. There are few women working in the media at decision-making levels. We need better presentations of women in the media. Women need greater access and skills for using information technology.