UNESCO. General Conference; 36th; 36 C/5: volume 1: Draft ...

prerequisite for development effectiveness. UNESCO Media Development Indicators
provide guidance in identifying necessary elements for common country assessments
and to develop joint programmes by UN Country Teams (UNCT).
05005 While the Sector will actively contribute to the intersectoral platform that supports
countries in post-conflict and post-disaster situations, activities will be concentrated
on community media and the contribution of the media to disaster risk reduction,
and on supporting the development of free and independent media in conflict and
post-conflict countries.
05006 The Sector will strengthen its efforts to mainstream gender equality considerations
in its programmes, notably by institutionalizing gender-responsive good practices
and developing appropriate programme implementation guidance that support the
effective promotion of gender equality through the Sector’s professional development
programmes. The application of UNESCO-developed gender-sensitive media
indicators will highlight the Organization’s pioneering role in this area, enabling
media institutions to identify specific gaps, and expanding upon the broader elements
previously presented in the nationally-oriented Media Development Indicators.
05007 In terms of Priority Africa, MPV activities will be oriented to continuing successful
action under MLA 1, in the fields of freedom of information and women’s rights in
Africa. Also, the increased percentage of decentralized resources for the activities in
the region highlights the importance given to Africa.
05008 With a view to increasing the focus and synergies of the programme, the
Communication Development Division and the Freedom of Expression, Democracy
and Peace Division have been merged into the Division of Freedom of Expression and
Media Development.
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