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Event

Digital@UNGA 2026 took place on 21 September from 5:00 – 8:00 PM US EST at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, on the eve of the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The highly dynamic and engaging program brought together world leaders, innovators, technology pioneers, youth voices, investors, and changemakers for an evening of high-level dialogue, commitments, partnerships, digital innovation showcases, major announcements, awards, celebrations and networking.

This year’s edition was bigger and bolder, with a strong focus on:

  • Digital solutions advancing inclusive and sustainable development
  • Artificial Intelligence and other frontier innovations for good
  • Partnerships accelerating inclusive digital transformation
  • Youth leadership and innovation
  • The Digital@UNGA Awards, recognizing outstanding leadership, partnerships, and innovation driving inclusive digital futures