the problem existed, but what to do about it. The problem was traced to structural inequality between men and women, which, as the major cause of violence against women, had to be resolved if violence was to be eradicated. The detailed recommendations made by the Expert Group Meeting would be taken up by the Committee on Crime Prevention and Control at ito next (tenth) session. The Director expressed the hope that the discussion of the Commission would result in a clear and forceful statement on the problem and in suggestions on the types of follow-up action to be taken by national and international organizations. -90-189. A number of representatives stated that the priority theme peace had been neglected and that it shou~d receive more attention in future programmes and activities of the United Nations. Another representative noted that the restructuring of the agenda of the Commission had facilitated analyses of the issues of women and peace and the interrelationships between the three main themes. 190. Several representatives emphasized the importance of the Nairobi Forward-looking Strategies and the Declaration on the Participation of Women in Promoting International Peace and Co-operation contained in General Assembly resolution 37/63 of 3 December 1982 as basic documents providing guidance for activities in the area of peace, while another stressed the need for further information. Many representatives described women's non-governmental activities aimed at various forms of promotion of peace at the national and international levels; those included the organization of seminars, conferences and protest actions; the establishment of new organizations and institutions; increased contacts between women from different countries and regions; and cultural exchange and media campaigns. Those activities had focused on such specific issues as support for women in the areas of armed conflicts, efforts to strengthen negative attitudes towards racism, fascism, gross violation of human rights and all forms of 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the role of women in promoting international peace and cooperation, and the activities of the United Nations in addressing violence against women. The language used is focused on social and political issues, rather than economic or environmental ones. The emphasis on the importance of addressing structural inequality and promoting women's participation in peace efforts suggests that the category is likely to be related to social justice or human rights.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Education