The document discusses whether global climate change negotiations will advance gender equality. It analyzes the inclusion of gender and youth language in various international environmental and climate instruments. While some instruments address issues like participation, education, vulnerability, most do not reference women, gender or age. Current UNFCCC negotiation streams like adaptation and capacity building now include some gender-sensitive language calling for participatory approaches and addressing impacts on vulnerable groups. Observer constituencies like women's organizations can also influence the discussions. However, topics like technology transfer and finance still lack any gender provisions. Overall, there has been some increased recognition of gender in climate talks, but more work remains to fully integrate gender perspectives across all negotiation areas.