Accountability frameworks require heavy initial investments of time , resources and staff , suggesting the suitability of a phased approach in their development and implementation . Consistent coordination by the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women ( UN-Women ) , as a central hub responsive to the needs of the whole United Nations system , has been crucial to engaging stakeholders and supporting the effective communication and networking necessary to the success of the United Nations System-wide Action Plan on Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women .