They will therefore oppose the daily incitement of hatred and violence more effectively. It is also urgent that, after so many years of research and experimentation, education for peace become an integral part of school curricula and other school activities. What is meant here is not theoretical teaching of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights but rather that school life at all levels reflect the principles of the Declaration. One example would be the generalized institution of class committees where even very young children can be trained to understand the ideas of others, to defend the weak and to settle their differences peacefully. This means that teachers must receive the appropriate training.
Society has to provide the basis to develop feelings of peace and agreement.
NGOs are aware of their role in this process but they cannot act alone. Public opinion could be changed were the media to emphasize positive values, to promote mutual understanding and existing efforts leading to peace. Adults must also be trained continuously and by all available means to live in mutual respect, solidarity and to use political power to achieve equity and justice. The Commission on the Status of Women is requested to follow developments in this area by designating one of its members to report on the question every two years.