The session will be attended by delegations from 193 member States, as well as associate members, observers for non-member States, intergovernmental organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). During this session, the General Conference will decide on the proposed programme and budget for the 2012-2013 biennium, which gives priority to sustainable development, the culture of peace and non-violence, with a special emphasis on: gender equality, Africa, youth, Education for All (EFA), Least Developed Countries (LDCs), small islands developing States (SIDS) and the most vulnerable segments of society. The Conference also will pave the way for early work on the Organization’s next Medium-Term Strategy, for 2014-2019.  

dates: 25 October – 10 November 2011   venue: UNESCO headquarters, 7 Place de Fontenoy   location: Paris, France   contact: UNESCO   phone: +33 (0)1 45 68 10 00   www: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/general-conference/