19 Cultural objectives (1) The State must– (a) promote and preserve cultural values and practices which enhance the dignity and well-being of Zimbabweans; and (b) encourage the preservation, development and enrichment of all indigenous languages spoken in Zimbabwe. (2) The State and all citizens must endeavour to preserve and protect Zimbabwe's heritage. 20 Foreign policy objectives (1) The foreign policy of Zimbabwe must be based on principles of– (a) promotion and protection of the national interests of Zimbabwe; (b) respect for international law and treaty obligations; (c) peaceful co-existence with other nations; and (d) the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means. (2) The State must promote regional and pan-African cultural, economic and political cooperation and integration and must participate in international and regional organisations that stand for peace and the well-being and progress of the region, the continent and humanity. 21 Gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups (1) The State must ensure gender balance and a fair representation of marginalised groups on all constitutional and other governmental bodies. (2) The State must promote full participation of women in all spheres of Zimbabwean society on the basis of equality with men. (3) The State must take all practical measures to ensure that women have access to land and other resources on the basis of equality with men. 22 Children (1) The State must adopt reasonable policies and measures, within the resources available to it, to ensure that children– (a) have a nationality from birth; (b) enjoy family or parental care, or appropriate alternative care when removed from the family environment; (c) receive shelter and basic nutrition, health care and social services; and (d) are protected from maltreatment, neglect, violence, abuse, exploitation, corruption or degradation. (2) The State must take appropriate legislative and other measures to– (a) protect children from exploitative labour practices; and (b) ensure that children are not required or permitted to perform work or provide services that(i) are inappropriate for the children's age; or (ii) place at risk the children's well-being, education, physical or mental health or spiritual, moral or social development. - 18 -