Communication and Information Program

The main activities of the Division Communication and Information are;

𝟭. 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹, 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀.
𝟮. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗡-𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀.
𝟯. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹.
𝟰. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗴.
𝟱. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗡-𝗨𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

1. Preserve Documentary Heritage and Important Historical Records at National, Regional, and International Levels.
Preserving Timor-Leste’s documentary heritage and historical records at national, regional, and international levels is an essential initiative aimed at safeguarding the nation’s cultural legacy and achieving global recognition through the Memory of the World (MoW) program. This effort begins with the appointment of new members to the Timor-Leste Memory of the World Committee, who will be tasked with a clear operational mandate for a four-year term. These appointments, verified through official documentation, will form the foundation for identifying significant documentary heritage to be registered at various levels. By 2028, at least nine members from key institutions will collaborate on submitting entries to prestigious bodies such as UNESCO Paris, with submissions serving as evidence of progress. Engagement in regional and international forums, including the Asia-Pacific Memory of the World meetings, will further enhance the nation’s visibility, with plans to register 25 national, five regional, and two international documents by 2028, verified through participation records and meeting reports. To ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of these invaluable records, the initiative will digitize 500 historical archives, artifacts, and heritage items by 2028, providing public access through national platforms and online repositories, with detailed digitization reports as verification. These combined actions aim to not only protect Timor-Leste’s documentary heritage but also achieve international recognition and strengthen global partnerships, as reflected in recognition reports and formal collaboration agreements. Through this work, Timor-Leste ensures its historical legacy is not only preserved but also celebrated, fostering national pride and making its cultural heritage accessible for generations to come.

2. Strengthen Information Dissemination at National and Municipal Levels in Line with CN-UNESCO Activities.
Strengthening information dissemination at national and municipal levels through CN-UNESCO activities focuses on building credibility, fostering engagement, and ensuring consistent communication. Annual promotions will maximize participation from local authorities and communities, verified by attendance reports. Collaborations with municipal radio stations aim to reach 1,000 participants annually and 5,000 over five years, supported by broadcast reports. Municipal seminars in locations like Bobonaro and Suai will deepen local awareness, while annual national seminars on press freedom, targeting media networks by 2028, will promote transparency, verified through attendance and seminar documentation. A system to improve information linkages nationally, regionally, and internationally will engage media outlets like GMNTV and RTTL, with progress tracked through collaboration reports. Together, these actions enhance community engagement, strengthen stakeholder collaboration, and position Timor-Leste as a leader in effective information sharing.

3. Improve and Strengthen Information Linkages at National.
Improving and strengthening information linkages at national, regional, and international levels is a critical step for Timor-Leste to enhance data management, promote collaboration, and support informed decision-making. This initiative focuses on creating a unified system to consolidate and manage data effectively, ensuring accessibility, reliability, and security. A key strategy involves engaging national media outlets, such as GMNTV, RTTL, and Tatoli, through carefully designed information-sharing strategies, verified by collaboration reports that demonstrate active partnerships. To preserve historical and operational records, the initiative will digitize 100,000 records annually until 2028, with digitization progress carefully tracked and documented. Supporting these efforts is a robust capacity-building program to train 50 personnel in database management, digital tools, and data security by 2026, verified through training feedback that ensures technical expertise is developed across relevant sectors. Additionally, the establishment of four data-sharing protocols and inter-departmental collaboration policies by 2028 will formalize processes for streamlined communication and integration across government entities, verified by signed agreements. Upgraded IT infrastructure in 50% of departments by 2026 will further support data storage and real-time access, with infrastructure assessments confirming enhanced technical capabilities. Together, these measures aim to achieve qualitative outcomes such as improved data security, operational efficiency, and the capacity for informed policymaking, validated through system performance evaluations. By integrating these efforts, Timor-Leste positions itself as a leader in effective data management and collaboration, ensuring its institutions are equipped to meet both national development goals and international standards.

4. Expand Media Literacy and Digital Competencies Among.
Expanding media literacy and digital competencies among students in municipal areas is a transformative initiative designed to equip young learners with the essential skills needed to thrive in a digital and interconnected world. By providing targeted training sessions, the program enables students from nine schools to effectively understand and utilize media, with progress indicated by the number of participants and their demonstrated skills, verified through participation reports and feedback surveys. To further support this goal, media and literacy labs will be established in schools across nine municipalities, offering students hands-on opportunities to engage with digital tools and develop critical thinking skills for evaluating reliable information. The successful implementation of these labs will be indicated by their functional use and high levels of student engagement, verified through operational assessments and user feedback. The broader objective is to ensure that students not only gain practical media literacy and digital skills but also develop the ability to critically assess credible information in today’s complex digital environment. These outcomes will be tracked through qualitative studies and feedback collected during literacy campaigns, providing a comprehensive understanding of the program’s impact. By fostering these essential competencies, this initiative prepares students to navigate the digital landscape responsibly and contribute meaningfully to their communities, ensuring that they are well-equipped for the challenges and opportunities of a globalized future.

5. Compile and Publish Annual Reports of Each CN-UNESCO Division for Media Dissemination.
Compiling and publishing annual reports for each CN-UNESCO division is a strategic initiative aimed at ensuring transparency, increasing public awareness, and enhancing the accountability of CN-UNESCO’s activities and achievements. This process begins with collecting detailed activity reports from all divisions, which are standardized and approved for publication to ensure consistency and clarity. Verified through documentation of the compiled reports, this step forms the foundation for broader dissemination efforts. To reach a wide audience, these reports will be shared across multiple national media platforms, including TV, radio, and online channels, with a target of 10 reports disseminated by 2029, verified by media dissemination records and audience reach statistics. Additionally, annual press briefings will be held to highlight key accomplishments and engage stakeholders directly, with five such events planned by 2029, verified through attendance records, press releases, and resulting media coverage. To complement these efforts, a dedicated section on CN-UNESCO’s website will host all published reports, ensuring easy access for the public. The effectiveness of this digital strategy will be measured through website analytics and user feedback. Collectively, these efforts aim to improve public understanding of CN-UNESCO’s performance, enhance its visibility at local, national, and international levels, and foster trust and collaboration with stakeholders. The qualitative outcomes of this initiative—greater public engagement and stakeholder satisfaction—will demonstrate the success of CN-UNESCO’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its mission to serve the nation effectively.