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The Declaration and Platform for Action from the Fourth World Conference on Women comprehensively identifies the rights of women and asks governments to commit to protecting these rights. Indigenous women are specifically highlighted as a group who face multiple barriers. Among action to be taken by governments, the Platform for Action outlines that measures should be taken to increase the participation of Indigenous women in issues of politics and development. Governments are also encouraged to ratify the International Labour Organization's Convention 169 to protect the rights of Indigenous women. Other Indigenous rights which are advocated in this document include the right to education, culture, and health.