ENB:11:01
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GENDER ISSUES:
The International Council of Women,
representing 80 affiliated national councils, reminded the
Committee that women are a vulnerable group and are the first to
ensure adequate shelter and living conditions for their families.
Sweden noted that the gender dimension was lacking in the national
reports. More attention should be given to the rights of women and
their contribution. Indonesia noted that women are generally the
ones who establish and manage housing and accordingly it is
important to include women as participants in the preparatory
process.