As of 18 May 2016
Sub-Group 1: Structure, composition and methods of work of the Governing Bodies
(General Conference and Executive Board)
Draft Agenda
and Programme of Work
2 June 2016
1. Adoption of the agenda
2. Programme of work
3. Optimizing the efficiency of the decision-making process and working methods
within the Governing Bodies of UNESCO: General Conference
a. Mandate
b. Structure
c. Rules of Procedure
i. Voting Rights Working Group amendments
ii. Frequency of meetings
iii. Role of the Bureau
d. Working Methods
e. Relationship with Executive Board and Secretariat
f. Other issues
23 September 2016
4. Optimizing the efficiency of the decision-making process and working methods
within the Governing Bodies of UNESCO: Executive Board
a. Mandate
b. Composition and membership
c. Structure
d. Rules of Procedure
i. Frequency of meetings
ii. Role of the Bureau
e. Working methods
f. Relationship with General Conference and Secretariat
g. Other issues
5. Summary of recommendations
6. Report to Working Group
7. Other matters