IMARK is a partnership-based e-learning initiative to train individuals and support institutions and networks world-wide in the effective management of information. The kit consists of a suite of distance learning resources, tools and communities on information management.

IMARK learning materials are being developed as a series of modules available online and on CD-ROM. The modules are being developed using the latest methods in e-learning, providing an interactive environment for self-paced learning.

IMARK is being spearheaded by FAO in collaboration with over 30 partner and contributing organizations and is coordinated through a Steering Group consisting of the following:

• Association for Progressive Communications (APC.org)


• Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)


• Agricultural Research for Developing Countries (CIRAD)
• Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation ACP-EU (CTA)
• Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
• Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA)


• UNESCO

The following modules are so far available:

Management of Electronic Documents
Available in: English, French, Spanish, soon in Arabic, Chinese
Building Electronic Communities and Networks
Available in: English soon in French and Spanish
Investing in Information for Development
Available in: English soon French and Spanish
Digitization and Digital Libraries
Available in: English, French and Spanish