A/HRC/23/19 92. The representative of the European Union pointed out that the work of the Coalition was an interesting example of dealing with discrimination in an urban environment and of cooperation at the sub-State level. Asserting that migration towards urban centres was a global phenomenon, she enquired whether the Coalition cooperated more closely with other regional and United Nations mechanisms with regard to, for example, housing and social security. 93. The representative of Mexico asked whether the Coalition cooperated with theinterAmerican system, about the methodology for designating good practices, and the challenges that the Coalition faced in interaction with States. 94. The representative of Senegal noted that the Coalition was an interesting example of sub-State and decentralized cooperation, given that debates about cooperation were often restricted to international and regional dimensions. He asked for more information on accession criteria, whether the cities provided legal assistance and information for victims of discriminatory acts, and about the means used by municipalities to combat racism. 95. The representative of South Africa asked about cooperation with such organization as the Southern African Development Community, and invited the presenter to share successful trends in addressing the lack of political will. 96. The representative of the Association of World Citizens enquired about cooperation with the University of Fribourg and the use of the Association’s study on health determinants and of specialized educators, and emphasized the role of youth, local radio stations and integration programmes for foreign students after they have finished their studies as a means to combat racism. 97. The representative of the non-governmental organization Nord-Sud XXI asked whether the Coalition disseminated the Durban Declaration and Programme of Action, and expressed his wish to see the organization cooperate with the Coalition. 98. In response, Mr. Mutumba explained that the Coalition could hold member cities accountable, but this worked only if a real buy-in was ensured. The Coalition advocated for its enlargement, but cities themselves had to see the importance of joining; they could not be forced to do so. The Coalition provided technical support but did not have a national mandate as such. The admissions process consisted of a declaration of intent by the city. Member cities had their own advocacy and outreach strategies, which included community media (especially in remote areas) and translation into local and indigenous languages. He confirmed that Durban Declaration and Programme of Action was the Coalition’s operational basis, and informed participants about the studies that the Coalition had conducted in South Africa. With regard to political will, Mr. Mutumba noted that all the Coalition could do was to advocate. He ensured the representatives of non-governmental organizations the Coalition was highly collaborative, including with academic institutions. VI. Presentation and adoption of the report on the tenth session 99. On 8 February 2013, the draft report was adopted ad referendum, and the Working Group decided to entrust the Chairperson-Rapporteur with its finalization. 14