Reflecting the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), similar principles are reflected in the Guidelines, which state that legislation should endeavour to ensure that women are able to participate fully in political parties as a fundamental means for the full enjoyment of their political rights. There are a number of ways of achieving this goal, either through internal party regulations, and/or through legislation. Gender equality may be promoted by creating a “women’s section” or “gender division” within political parties; by introducing gender quotas that could increase women’s parliamentary representation, by providing training and capacity-building programmes for female members and potential candidates prior to their selection, and/or by adopting, implementing or evaluating gender-equality strategies, plans and programmes at different levels. These may include specific action plans to achieve balanced participation and representation of women and men in internal political party offices, or by recognising and considering the family responsibilities of party members. It is also recommended to consider providing additional public funding for political parties that promote the participation of women at the central and at the local levels.