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The National Commissions and Unesco’s Information and Communication Services

The National Commissions and Unesco’s Information and Communication Services. The Information and Communication Role of the National Commissions. 40 years ago, at its 14th Session in 1966, the General Conference formally recognised information as a major function of the National Commissions.

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The National Commissions and Unesco’s Information and Communication Services

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  1. The National Commissions and Unesco’s Information and Communication Services

  2. The Information and Communication Role of the National Commissions • 40 years ago, at its 14th Session in 1966, the General Conference formally recognised information as a major function of the National Commissions. • Their outreach function can play a pivotal role: the National Commissions are unique to UNESCO within the UN System

  3. The first step: a mapping exercise • Mapping: conducted by BPI in close consultation with ERC (concerning Headquarters only) • Purpose: to identify current information and communication activities of the National Commissions and current services provided by ERC and BPI • Finding: ERC and BPI provide a range of highly complementary services, each in its own domain. Example of cooperation: web toolkit distributed to NCs on CD • Conclusion: These joint services could be further developed

  4. National Commissions Annual Reports Newsletters Websites Expos, events, documentation Media outreach BPI Photos, films contracts for publications Practical Guide on HQ events Web tools, logos, templates Documentation Centre ERC NC Newsletter: Synergy NCP Leaflets, CDs, brochures… NC Website & database training & toolkits

  5. The next step: a questionnaire • 9 “closed” questions (multiple choice or yes/no options) • One “open” question - the National Commissions were asked to explain their specific needs • Sent at the start of May 2006 by email • Some 50 NCs responded

  6. 5 questions on the National Commissions’ public information activities • Events: 50% organize over five events per year, 50% organize up to five events per year and 25% organize over 10 events per year • Activities schedule: Most have a publications plan and an events schedule for the current biennium • Media plan: Fewer have an overall media plan or communication plan

  7. The National Commissions’ Information Needs • More Timely Communication • Fact Sheets • General Documentation Material • Improved Access to the Web Portal • More Information Tools, Advice and Expertise

  8. BPI’s Response to these needs • Earlier Communication of DG Messages • Meeting the Demand for « Hard Copy » Materials • Enhancing Use of the Portal • Publicising BPI’s Information Services • Encouraging Peer Networkingbetween NCs

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