The United Nations Economic and Social Council, meeting in plenary session here, today approved a proposal for calling a conference of non-governmental organizations interested in eradication of prejudice and discrimination. The proposal, submitted by the United States reads: The Economic and Social Council decides to authorize the Secretary-General to convene such a conference in which interested non-Governmental organizations in consultative status may exchange views concerning the most effective means of combating discrimination; co-ordinate their endeavors in this work if they find it desirable and feasible; and consider the possibility of establishing common objectives and programs.
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