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ITU World Telecommunication and Information Society Award 2009
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Since the conclusion of the
World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) in November 2005, the World
Day has been marked by a high-profile ceremony that includes the presentation of
the ITU World Telecommunication and Information Society Award to distinguished
laureates for their contribution towards building an inclusive and more
equitable Information Society. This year, the awards will focus on eminent
personalities who have contributed to
protecting children in cyberspace.
The global ceremony of the World Telecommunication and
Information Society Day 2009 was held on 18 May in conjunction with the
opening of
WSIS Forum 2009
at ITU Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
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WSIS Forum 2009, Opening Ceremony (09h00 - 11h00)
- Addresses by the inviting organizations (UNCTAD, UNDP, UNESCO and ITU)
followed by high level addresses
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| WTISD 2009 Ceremony (11h00 - 12:05)
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