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What is the main purpose of gender mainstreaming?
To address gender needs and promote equality
Which aspect is NOT a focus of gender mainstreaming?
Empowerment of men over women
What did the Fourth UN World Conference on Women contribute to gender equality?
Established gender mainstreaming as a key mechanism
Why is the lack of respect for women's human rights considered a significant issue?
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What is a key requirement for signers of the BPfA according to the text?
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What is the significance of gender issues and gender mainstreaming for the Philippine government?
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What is the main focus of the Beijing Platform for Action (BPfA)?
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What was the main reason for enacting policies and programs addressing women's concerns within five years of creating the BPfA in 1995?
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What did the BPfA identify as a consequence of structural adjustment plans in terms of women's poverty?
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What is the role of the UN Commission on the Status of Women concerning the BPfA?
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What is one of the significant areas of concern identified by the BPfA that require immediate attention?
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What is the overarching aim of the BPfA concerning women in society?
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