E/CN.4/2003/21 page 25 this material and will decide whether there is a need to pursue research on the subject, in order to fill any gaps that may exist. Filling any of the gaps may be done through either commissioning studies, convening panels, holding meetings or through any other relevant means. At a later stage, the issue of reparations should be dealt with at a political level. 51. In order to effectively protect and promote the human rights of people of African descent, the Working Group recommends that specific themes relevant to their situation should be addressed in forthcoming sessions. This approach would allow for specific experts to be invited and States to contribute information on selected subjects. The Working Group considers that the following subject should be examined: − The political, economic and social status of people of African descent; − Eradication of poverty, marginalization, social exclusion and development; − Health/HIV/AIDS; − Racial profiling; − Administration of justice; − Gender dimensions of racial discrimination; − Discrimination against children; − Protection and management of ancestral lands and traditional rights; and − Access to education and information technology.