Overview
ASPnet is a unique network that promotes sustainable development, cultural heritage and global citizenship, and connections between educational institutions. The Network involves national coordinators, education members and the UNESCO Education Sector leads and oversees the network at the global level. The evaluation confirms the ASPnet’s value and potential to enhance UNESCO’s work, but also identifies some challenges. ASPnet currently faces serious gaps in its strategic coordination, communication with members (including the availability of a platform to facilitate communication among members), resources management, and monitoring mechanisms. Moreover, the network does not have a clear and singular vision that defines the roles and responsibilities of the network actors and members. This means that the Organization does not have an accurate picture of the network, when and how members joined, or their status and alignment with the Education Sector, which poses a reputational risk for UNES