DPI TO LAUNCH NEW WEB SITE ON MEDIA ACCREDITATION, LIAISON SERVICE, ON 8 SEPTEMBER

Note to Correspondents

DPI TO LAUNCH NEW WEB SITE ON MEDIA ACCREDITATION, LIAISON SERVICE, ON 8 SEPTEMBER

On Monday, 8 September, the Department of Public Information (DPI) will launch a new web site containing information on media accreditation and liaison services offered by the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit.  The web site address is:  www.un.org/media/accreditation.  The new web site is designed to facilitate renewal of grounds passes for resident correspondents and speed the process for journalists seeking United Nations media accreditation.

Included is information on accreditation requirements for traditional and online media; the accreditation form; liaison services; media services and resources; frequently asked questions; useful links; and contact information.

For further information, contact Abdellatif Kabbaj, Chief, Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit, tel.: (212) 963-6934 or (212) 963-6937;

fax: (212) 963-4642.

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