Chapter 1 - Preamble

Section 1 - Social & Economic Dimensions

Section 2 - Conservation and Management of Resources

Section 3 - Strengthening the Role of Major Groups
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32

Section 4 - Means of Implementation

Complete text of Agenda 21: Chapter 23
Chapter 23: Preamble to Strengthening the Role of Major Groups

Governments agreed to a great number of objectives, policies and mechanisms in Agenda 21, but it will take the commitment and genuine involvement of all groups in society to make these goals a reality. Broad public participation in policy development, combined with greater accountability, is essential to achieving sustainable development.

Individuals, groups and organizations need to know about and participate in environment and development decisions, particularly those which can affect their communities.

For people to make informed decisions, national governments should give them access to all relevant information on environment and development issues. This includes information on products and activities that have or are likely to have a significant impact on the environment, and information on environmental protection measures.

Chapters 24 to 32 describe what needs to be done, particularly by governments, to strengthen partnerships with major groups to make development sustainable in our world.

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