The three principal strategic objectives of the Sector’s programmes are:

• Promoting the free flow of ideas and universal access to information
• Promoting the expression of pluralism and cultural diversity in the media and world information networks
• Promoting access for all to ICTs

In addition to the Regular Programme, the CI Sector implements various inter-regional, regional and national projects with extra-budgetary funding

Communication and Information sub-themes:

• Freedom of expression and safety of journalists
• Media development
• Capacity building
• International Programme for Development of Communication
• Libraries and digital preservation
• ICTs and knowledge societies