A/HRC/15/35 attention. Even in States where the law appears to demonstrate full recognition of the right of indigenous peoples to participate in all levels of decision-making, there is often a gap between the formal legislative intent and the practical implementation of those rights. 99. One key concern is the question of access to information. Information is necessary to ensure that indigenous peoples participate in decision-making in an informed way. Consistent and wide dissemination of information to indigenous peoples in culturally appropriate ways, and in a timely manner, is often lacking. This is particularly true with regard to new issues, where indigenous peoples may not necessarily have the skills or access to technology to address them properly. 100. It is also important that all sectors of indigenous society have the opportunity to engage and participate in consultative and decision-making structures. This is especially true for women and youth, who are often marginalized from these processes. 101. Finally, decision-making structures need to have legitimacy and credibility within indigenous communities. Selection processes need to be transparent and truly participatory. One challenge is to develop the leadership capacity of indigenous individuals with the longterm goal of ensuring indigenous participation in decision-making, where indigenous peoples feel properly represented, and that their voices are not only heard but taken into account. 23