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International Programme for the Development of Communication
What is the IPDC?
The International Programme for the Development of Communication (IPDC) promotes media development within developing countries, countries in transition, and countries in conflict and post-conflict situations.
As the only multilateral forum in the UN system designed to mobilize the international community around media development, the Programme provides support for media projects while seeking accord to secure a healthy environment for the growth of free and pluralistic press.
UNESCO
IPDC Call for Proposals 2025
The IPDC Call for proposals 2025 is currently open and will close on 10 February 2025.
IPDC - Committed to media development
Committed to Media Development: IPDC at a glance
2024

Promoting excellence in journalism education in Africa
2024

Journalists in the midst of full-scale war: report on Ukraine
2024

Facts & Figures

115 million USD
channeled to development worldwide

In over 140
countries of implementation
Our Action
In providing support to projects, the International Programme for the Development of Communication is guided by the following objectives.