Preparing for Freedom of Information: Processing Requests, Proactive Disclosure, Records and Information Management

Event: Making Access to Information a Meaningful Right: The Freedom of Information Program One Year On

Preparing for Freedom of Information: Processing Requests, Proactive Disclosure, Records and Information Management

05 December 2017

Author / Speaker:

Toby Mendel, Centre for Law and Democracy - Email the author | Other materials by the author

Revisiting practices on the preparation of freedom of information (FOI) is crucial. This presentation highlights the importance of recognizing the role of press officers in some countries and designating a nodal point within government to lead the implementation of FOI management.

Geographical Focus:

Global

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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