Opening of the Global Youth Celebration with remarks from officials

• Mr. Samaddin Asadov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Transportation
• Mr. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union

Bridging Generations to Drive the Digital Development Agenda

This unique intergenerational dialogue brings together policy and decision-makers with youth representatives from across the globe. By combining the experience and insights of ICT leaders with the creativity and fresh perspectives of young visionaries, the session will spark meaningful exchanges that inspire action and help shape inclusive, forward-looking strategies for advancing global digital development agenda.

These exchanges are more than conversations— they are catalysts for impactful change, where the strategic vision of policymakers meets the bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit of youth. By sharing perspectives, both generations can bridge today’s digital society with the one we aspire to build, ensuring that policies remain relevant, innovation is inclusive, and digital transformation benefits all.

Global Youth Celebration program presentation

• Mr. Imran Mukhtarov, Head of the SPACE Academy of Azercosmos, Lead coordinator of the Global Youth Celebration event from the host country

• Dedicated event shuttle busses will be in your kind service for transfer to events.
• Volunteers of the events will direct and kindly assist you.
• Transfer of participants to the ISS Lab workshop in SPACE Academy of Azercosmos.
• Transfer of participants to the Interactive Panel with Astronauts: Role of telecommunication in Space Industry and Autograph Session in Azerbaijan National STEAM Center.
• Transfer of participants to the National Aviation Academy: Interactive Session on Equal and equitable empowerment through ICTs for Youth and Young Professionals.

1. Interactive session on equal and equitable empowerment through ICTs for Youth and Young Professionals

Technical visit to the simulators, laboratories and facilities of the National Aviation Academy.

Note: Participants will be able to experience the real simulators of Boing 777 and Airbus as well as see the drones and models laboratory.

Venue: National Aviation Academy https://naa.edu.az/en/

2. ISS Lab university students workshop

Note: University students of Azerbaijani International universities and platforms will accomplish their own orbital antennas and will have the telecommunication with the International Space Station

Venue: SPACE Academy of Azercosmos http://azercosmos.az/en/space-academy/about-us

3. Interactive Panel with Astronauts: Role of telecommunication in Space Industry and Autograph Session in Azerbaijan National STEAM Center

Venue: National STEAM Center https://www.steam.edu.az/en

 Guest Astronauts:

• Astronaut Alper Gezeravchi
• First Astronaut of Turkiye (TUA)
• Astronaut Tuva Atasever
• Second Astronaut of Turkiye (TUA)
• Astronaut Itan Stiva
• CEO of Rakia Mission of Israel (ISA)
• Astronaut Koichi Wakata
• Astronaut of Japan (JAXA)
• Astronaut from Hungary (TBC) (Ms)

• Dedicated event shuttle busses will be in your kind service for transfer to events.
• Volunteers of the events will direct and kindly assist you.

Closing the day on a high note, this wrap-up session will bring together youth and policy makers in an informal intercultural and intergenerational networking space. Highlights from the day’s parallel events will be shared, showcasing youth engagement, innovative ideas, and hands-on experiences. This dynamic exchange offers participants the opportunity to connect across generations, share insights, and build relationships that can spark future collaboration in advancing the global digital development agenda.

• Presentation by youth of the 4 activities they attended over the day
• Screening of the Global Youth Celebration Day
• Closing remarks by ITU official

Networking event at the Hilton Hotel

This networking event will bring together influential leaders, young emerging talents, and seasoned professionals, fostering meaningful connections through intergenerational dialogue and intercultural exchange within the global community of “friends of telecommunications.” It will provide a vibrant platform to share ideas, spark collaboration, and strengthen bonds across generations and areas of expertise.