should be a special focus, as they are particularly underrepresented in public life. Parliaments and other representative bodies should reflect the diversity of the population and,)their composition should not leave minorities feel disadvantaged or excluded'. This can be achieved through building true partnerships, educating the new generation of human rights defenders on the importance of observing minority rights. The Declaration provides clear guidelines and minorities should use it as a shield to protect and promote their rights at all levels. But the Declaration needs more visibility, therefore: y • We call upon stakeholders to improve its visibility by preparing, specific tools, including simplified versions of the Declaration in the languages spoken in their countries. • Social media such as Facebook and Twitter should be used more in order to increase knowledge about the Declaration and awareness of minority rights among the youth. ,3 • Building resource centres can also help create more awareness on minority issues. We should not only target minorities. The society needs to better understand minority issues, their contribution and the importance of creating a just and equal society. We hope the effective participation of minorities can be strengthened also-by: