MINDS E-Portal

Social Mobilization and Networking Unit

Social Mobilization and Networking Unit (SMN) in the Department of Education (DepEd) refers to the strategies and efforts employed by the department to engage various stakeholders in achieving its goals. It involves building partnerships, fostering collaboration, and creating a network of individuals, organizations, and communities that work together towards improving education. It is one of the units under the School Governance and Operations Division (SGOD).

It has four Key Result Areas (KRAs) targets; Resourcing, Sustained Partnerships, Research and Development and Technical Assistance.

SMN Unit - Social Mobilization and Networking

Our Key Focus Areas

Streamlining support for better education outcomes

Support for Education

To ensure provision of adequate resources to schools and learning centers by strengthening and sustaining relationships and collaboration of education partners and stakeholders, and mobilizing resources and providing technical assistance to support special programs and projects towards increasing access and enhancing the delivery of quality basic education.

Evaluating Engagement Strategies

The SMN also monitors and evaluates the impact of social mobilization and networking initiatives on educational outcomes. It collects data, conducts assessments, and analyzes results to assess the effectiveness of strategies, identify best practices, and inform decision-making processes within DepEd.

Streamlining School Support

To accomplish this goal, SMN has developed a local electronic portal system dedicated to monitoring and accurately identifying the needs of schools, as well as facilitating the seamless coordination of donations. This system also aims to provide a comprehensive platform for stakeholders to efficiently manage and allocate resources.

Partnerships Made Visible

Pursuant to Memorandum OU-LAPSS No. 505, s. 2018, The Department of Education (DepEd) through the External Partnerships Service (EPS) and in partnership with Information and Communications Technology Service (ICTS) has developed an online reporting system called the DepEd Partnerships Database System (DPDS) to capture all the partnership initiatives of DepEd.

The database system could serve to track all partnerships that DepEd has established with various organizations, including NGOs, businesses, other government agencies, and international organizations. It could help in managing resources provided by partners, including financial contributions, in-kind donations, volunteer hours, and expertise offered for educational initiatives and projects.

Due to the various issues and concerns on the implementation of DPDS, the DepEd-Tarlac City Schools Division through the initiative of Social Mobilization and Networking Unit developed the Monitoring and Identifying the Needs and Donations of Schools through Electronic Portal (MINDS e-portal).

This electronic portal provides a centralized platform to access the monitoring and identifying the needs and donations of schools in the division.

Project Description

MINDS e-portal enables data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.

The MINDS e-portal is an efficient, transparent, and user-friendly system for managing educational resources in the division. This involves providing a platform where schools can report their needs and donors can easily identify. The e-portal also streamlines communication, enables informed decision-making through data analysis, and ensures accessibility for all stakeholders, ultimately aiming to enhance the quality of education for learners.

The outcome of implementing this e-portal for monitoring and identifying the needs and donations of schools is a streamlined, transparent, and accountable system for managing educational resources. Through efficient matching of school needs with available donations, the portal ensures optimal resource allocation, maximizing the impact of contributions. Enhanced transparency and accountability build trust among stakeholders, fostering greater community engagement and collaboration. Data-driven decision-making enables education authorities to prioritize interventions effectively, leading to improved educational outcomes. Ultimately, the e-portal empowers schools, donors, and policymakers to work together towards a common goal of providing quality education for the learners.

The objective of MINDS e-portal encompass several key goals:

Efficient Tracking: The e-portal aims to efficiently track the needs of schools, including supplies, equipment, infrastructure, and educational resources. It provides a centralized platform where schools can input their requirements, and donors can easily browse and identify areas where their donations can have the most impact.

Transparency and Accountability: By utilizing an e-portal, transparency and accountability in the donation process are enhanced. Donors can see exactly where their contributions are going and how they are being utilized, while schools can provide updates on how donations have been used to address their needs.

Matching Donations with Needs: The e-portal facilitates the matching of donations with the specific needs of schools. Donors can search for projects or items that align with their interests or priorities, ensuring that their contributions are directed towards areas where they can make a meaningful difference.

Streamlining Communication: The electronic portal serves as a communication hub, allowing schools to communicate their needs effectively and donors to inquire about specific requirements or projects. This streamlines the process of connecting donors with schools in need, reducing the administrative burden on both parties.

Data Analysis and Reporting: By collecting data on school needs and donation activities, the portal enables analysis and reporting on trends, gaps, and impact. This information can inform decision-making, resource allocation, and strategic planning to better address the needs of schools and optimize the donation process.