− Elaborate policies and consider establishing positive obligations, where appropriate and in consultation with those concerned, for State-owned enterprises to implement inclusive employment policies. States can also encourage private-sector employers to contribute to integration. This could be achieved by creating incentives for such measures, by working in public-private partnerships or by facilitating the employment of persons belonging to minorities, including through fiscal policies, and by providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with any special needs in the workplace; − Involve local communities, including minority communities, that are concentrated in economically depressed areas in the design and implementation of targeted economic regeneration and regional and local development policies and projects. Such communities should share equitably in the resulting benefits;97 − Consider the potential benefits to local and regional economies, particularly in border areas, of cross-border co-operation between local and regional authorities, including with the involvement of a neighbouring State, where and in the manner appropriate.98 In general, States should be aware of and take into consideration the impact on persons belonging to minorities of any requirement (such as language skills or residency) posed by legislation or administrative regulations for access to services and to property, including during privatization processes. c. Participation in cultural and religious life 41. States should create the conditions for persons belonging to minorities to effectively participate in the cultural life of their own community and of wider society. Freedom of religion and belief, and opportunities for voluntary participation in the religious life of a community, should be ensured, including through mutual accommodation, as appropriate. States should seek to implement policies and legislation that aim at inclusion on an equal footing of all members of society in cultural life. In addition to ensuring equal opportunities, such policies are important to prevent alienation and exclusion of minority groups, which can fuel radicalization and polarization and lead to conflict. 97 98 Commentary on Participation, paragraphs 42–46. Bolzano/Bozen Recommendations, Recommendations 16–18, and FCNM, article 18(2). Guidelines on Integration of Diverse Societies 49