Perhaps the World Bank could possibly finance money to states in order to improve prisons, or possibly bilateral loan agreements between states could be proposed for this purpose. Also Canada would like to address the problem of why so many non-violent female prisoners are kept in prisons. Canada is interested in possibly conducting further research in this particular area, and perhaps a possible solution could be propose in regards to a better placement for these women. Baldwin-Wallace College I. General Statement Canada recognizes the importance of implementing Education for All, and has accepted a leadership role in this arena. The Canadian International Development Agency has strengthened its commitment towards achieving universal education and was a key player in sponsoring the World Education Forum in Dakar, Senegal in April 2000.
Education is of paramount importance in the success of the social development of the world's people.
While progress has been made toward achieving the goals of the World Declaration on Education for All, there are huge obstacles yet to overcome. One issue is to address the inclusion of the marginalized or disabled, who are the most frequently excluded from receiving basic education. The other is to bridge the gender gap which still exists. Canada is aware of these problems and is willing and anxious to commit its intellectual and economic resources to fulfilling the vision established in Jomtien. Particulars Canada strongly believes in the responsibility of developed countries to those countries still struggling to develop.