Background

The Generation Connect Visionaries Board has been assembled as part of the implementation of the ITU Youth Strategy to further champion the voices of youth to advance digital development.

The Board initially worked together towards the 2022 World Telecommunication Development Conference [WTDC] and the inaugural Generation Connect Global Youth Summit 2022.

Building on the legacy of the inaugural Generation Connect Global Youth Summit, Board Members provide overall advice and direction. The board’s strategic objectives and deliverables are fully aligned with the updated Resolution 76 in the Kigali Action Plan [WTDC, 2022], and the updated Resolution 198 in the Bucharest Final Acts [PP, 22].

Objectives

The objectives of the Generation Connect Visionaries Board include the following:

  • To offer strategic guidance on youth participation and empowerment.
  • To identify and invite strategic partners to ensure youth engagement and youth participation in digital cooperation.
  • To advocate for meaningful youth engagement in digital cooperation, through different promotional activities, such as active social media campaigning and inspirational role model talks.

Deliverables

The key deliverables expected of the Generation Connect Visionaries Board include the following:.

  • Clear strategic guidance to the ITU on the implementation of the ITU Youth Strategy during Board Meetings.
  • New partnerships with high-level partners, youth organisations and boards.
  • Strong awareness of Generation Connect initiatives amongst board members’ own networks.
  • Successful and meaningful youth engagement before and during the Generation Connect Global Youth Summit 2025.
  • Attend and contribute to the 4 core Board Meetings per year.