Summary of proceedings

Abstract

A key feature of the Conference was the participatory approach adopted throughout: from inception, to the preparatory conference in February, right up to the conference itself. The Conference was an excellent model of effective partnerships and collaboration between different actors. The African Centre for Women (ACW) worked closely with a group of consultants, NGOs, different divisions of the ECA, the UNDP, UNICEF, UNHCR, UNFPA and international donors to realise its objectives. During the conference itself, there was evidence of the dynamism and creativity of African women. In addition, there were signs of growing support for African women, from African men and ECA's partners uniting in solidarity to work towards a new Africa for the new millenium.