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An International Steering Committee (ISC) was formed to advise the conveners regarding themes, structure and outcomes of the conference. The ISC was made up of a balanced selection of about 50 members chosen according to region and function (leaders and decision-makers from governments, international organisations, civil society, and the private sector). Members were individually invited "ad personam" by the German government to represent important stakeholders, giving due consideration to relevant political and professional groups. During the run-up to the conference, the International Steering Committee convened in Germany three times.