The purpose of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is to help raise awareness of the possibilities that the use of the Internet and other information and communication technologies (ICT) can bring to societies and economies, as well as of ways to bridge the digital divide. 17 May marks the anniversary of the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention and the creation of the International Telecommunication Union.

• More about WTISD
  
  

Theme 2012: "Women and Girls in ICT"

The theme of this year’s WTISD, “Women and Girls in ICT”, aims to ensure that this vulnerable female half of the world’s population will march forward as equals. As a means of bringing global attention to this theme, ITU will present the annual World Telecommunication and Information Society Award to eminent personalities who have contributed to bringing attention to the world’s women and girls and used the power of ICTs to empower them as equals.

• Circular Letter from ITU Secretary-General - 507kB
  

• Call for Action

• WTISD Award: 2011   |   2010   |   2009   |   2008   |   2007   |   2006

ITU will also mark international “Girls in ICT Day” this year on 26 April 2012.  “Girls in ICT Day”, to be held every year on the fourth Thursday of April, encourages members to host events where girls and young women are invited to ICT companies and government agencies to appreciate the opportunities the ICT sector holds for their future.