Frequently Asked Questions
Why can I not access information in the database?
· To access database information, users need to be registered
· It is still possible for people who are not registered to gain information by clicking on the buttons at the top of the page (for governments, the private sector and civil society), and also to gain access to our publications, useful links, announcements and upcoming events through the links at the left side of the page
How do I register?
· Click on the ‘Register’ link at the top of the page, and follow instructions
· Users must agree to the terms and conditions before being able to register
· New registrants will be sent an e-mail notifying them of successful registration
· For more information on how to register, click on ‘Help’ at left side of page
Why do I need to register?
· Registration is necessary for us to ensure that the web-site is not misused, and that users who wish to gain or upload information about MSPEs are aware of the Terms and Conditions of Usage
How do I search the database?
· For more information on searching the database, go to the ‘Help’ link at the left side of the page
· The database can be searched in three main ways: using the links at the left side of all pages, using the regional map at the top of the page, or using the advanced search facility
· To search the database, users must be registered
How do I upload information about my project or initiative?
· For more information on uploading information on the database, go to the ‘Help’ link at the left side of the page
· To upload project information in the database, users must be registered as Project Directors
What are MSPEs?
· MSPEs are Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships for Education
· MSPEs differ from Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) because they explicitly emphasise the diversity of partners that can be engaged, and particularly the involvement of governments, the private sector (including both international corporations and local companies), and also civil society (including NGOs, Unions, and other such organisations)
What is Partnerships for Education (PfE)?
· Partnerships for Education is an initiative established by the World Economic Forum and UNESCO to share information about ways of successfully implementing MSPEs, to enhance the delivery of the Education for All goals by encouraging the wider adoption of MSPEs, and to develop capacity in the implementation of MSPEs across the world.
· For more information, click on the ‘About Us’ link at the left side of the page
Does the database include information in different languages?
· Yes, information is entered in the language used by project directors, and each entry can include information in a diversity of languages
· It is our intention to develop the database in different languages, and any offers of assistance with translation should be directed to pfe-exe@unesco.org
Who is involved in Partnerships for Education?
· Partnerships for Education is an initiative established by the World Economic Forum and UNESCO
· It is administered by a small secretariat involving staff from UNESCO and the World Economic Forum
· Much of its work is delivered through its partners, who provide advice, advocacy and resources through Technical Advisory Groups?
· Details of our partners are given in the ‘Acknowledgements’ link at the left side of the page
How can my organisation become a partner of Partnerships for Education?
· We welcome all partnership enquiries. These should be directed to the contacts given in the ‘Contact Us’ link at the left side of the page
What is the significance of organisations listed in the Useful Links?
· These are links to organisations involved in, or information about, MSPEs.
· Many of the links are to our partners
· Clicking on the links takes users to the relevant sites
· The links can be sorted in ascending or descending order – click on the small arrow at the top of the column to change this
How can I list an upcoming event on the web-site?
· If you know of an upcoming event related to MSPEs we would like to hear from you. Please send us details via the ‘Contact Us’ link, and we will upload the information so that others can be made aware of it.