Agenda

Agenda and Programme


The WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025 will take place from 7 to 11 July 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland, hosted by ITU and co-organized by ITU, UNESCO, UNDP, and UNCTAD. The Agenda and Programme for the Event are built based on official submissions received during the Open Consultation Process (OCP) and will be available shortly after the conclusion of the OCP. The OCP is an open and inclusive consultation with WSIS stakeholders to prepare for the event, including developing the event programme, identifying gaps in the implementation of the Geneva Plan of Action and the WSIS Action Lines, and contributing to the WSIS+20 review process.

Draft Agenda as of 06/06/2025(Please note that the draft agenda is subject to change and will be continuously updated.)

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Monday 7 July


Upcoming Sessions


128
WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025 inaugural session
WSIS
WSIS

09:00 – 09:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
The WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025 officially kicks off with opening remarks from the co-hosts, ITU and the Swiss Confederation, who will set the stage for a collaborative and forward-looking dialogue. Following this, co-organizers ITU, UNESCO, UNDP,…
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU High-Level Plenary
133
WSIS+20 High-Level Dialogue
WSIS
WSIS

09:30 – 10:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
As WSIS approaches its second major review, this milestone event brings together the leaders and pioneers who have shaped the initiative since its inception in 2003 and 2005. They will reflect on significant achievements and hard-earned lessons,…
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU High-Level Dialogue
135
WSIS Prizes 2025 Ceremony
WSIS
WSIS

10:30 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU WSIS Prizes
137
Exhibition Inauguration
WSIS
WSIS

11:45 – 12:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
Celebrate 20 years of digital innovation! The WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025 Exhibition Inauguration invites you to explore a powerful showcase of visionary ideas, emerging technologies, and global partnerships. Experience how innovation continues to…
352
Lunch Break
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
149
IEEE Knowledge Cafe: Strong Sustainability by Design, Place-based Policy and the SDGs
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics…

12:15 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
Join this interactive Knowledge Cafe (lunch served) hosted by the IEEE as part of the IEEE Planet Positive 2030 initiative. At the session, participants will explore together how strong sustainability principles, technical standards, and place-based…
Light meals will be offered to attendees during the session Contributing Partner Knowledge Café
140
Knowledge Café Lunch
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia

12:15 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
On invitation only
Strategic Partner: Gold Knowledge Café
139
Knowledge Café: Youth building the digital future - WSIS+20 Review and Beyond 2025
WSIS
WSIS

12:15 – 13:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
Informal, interactive discussions among youth, older persons, and experts on topics such as knowledge sharing and intergenerational equity. The session will facilitate a collaborative, youth-led dialogue to generate actionable, context-specific…
153
Global Classrooms, Local Action: Empowering Youth with Digital Tools to Address Real-World Challenges
Shanghai Green Light-Year
Shanghai Green Light-Year

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
500
Public-Private Partnerships for AI-Enabled Transformation of Public Sector Delivery
UNDP and Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)
UNDP and MCIT

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
This session will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be responsibly and effectively integrated into public sector strategies through public-private partnerships (PPPs). Organized by UNDP Egypt, in coordination with Egypt’s Ministry of…
374
Roundtable: Young Professionals-- Enhancing Your Career Skills in the Internet Governance Space
USCIB / ICANN
USCIB / ICANN

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
361
WSIS+20 Celebration: Getting to Know WSIS: What It Is and Why It Matters
WSIS
WSIS

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
New to WSIS? This engaging session provides a welcoming introduction to the story, mission, and impact of WSIS. We will take you through its history, explain its purpose, and highlight why it remains relevant today. To keep things lively and…
141
High-Level Dialogue: Youth track
WSIS
WSIS

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This high-level dialogue will bring together multilateral leaders and youth to explore how intergenerational solidarity and youth leadership can be embedded into the next phase of digital transformation. Discussion topics include:…
359
Partner Insight
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
Strategic Partner: WSIS Long-Standing Partner Partner's Insight
256
WSIS Action Line C7: E-health
ITU/WHO
ITU/WHO

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
254
WSIS Action Line: C7 E-government: WSIS+20 and Two Decades of E-Government: Progress, Challenges, and the Road Ahead
UN DESA
UN DESA

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
155
AI (and) education: Convergences between Chinese and European pedagogical practices
Beijing Institute of Technology; DiploFoundation / Geneva Internet Platform
Beijing Institute of Technology;…

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more and more integrated into our economies and societies, there is an urgent need to develop effective pedagogical frameworks that prepare learners for the AI era. This session, co-organised by institutions…
158
Disinformation and Misinformation in Online Content and its Impact on Digital Trust
INTA - International Trademark Association
INTA - International Trademark Association

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
160
Mission: AI + Women , Art & Nature
Swiss Association of Women and Empowerment
Swiss Association of Women and Empowerment

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
162
Partner2Connect High-Level Dialogue
ITU Partner2Connect
ITU Partner2Connect

15:00 – 16:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
As the world gathers to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20), this is the perfect moment to highlight the shared values and complementary roles of WSIS and Partner2Connect (P2C). Both initiatives…
382
WSIS Action Line C7 E-learning
UNESCO
UNESCO

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
199
Data and Trust For Health and Wellness SDG3 with a reference to Climate Change
IGF Dynamic Coalition on Data Driven Health Technologies
IGF Dynamic Coalition on Data Driven Health…

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
273
Intergenerational Dialogue on Technology for Innovation and Global Resilience: Strategies for Ethical AI, Digital Inclusion, and Climate Action
IEEE
IEEE

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
258
International Gender Champions (IGC) Digital and New Emerging Technologies Impact Group: Advancing Equity in the Digital Era
IGC, ITU
IGC, ITU

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
166
Lessons on strengthening global connectivity and digital inclusivity through libraries and post offices
IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) & UPU (Universal Postal Union)
IFLA (International Federation of Library…

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
164
Partner Insight
Malaysia
Malaysia

15:15 – 16:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
Strategic Partner: Platinum Partner's Insight
290
Are we forgetting something? The role of the individual as a driver of change between data psychology and computational thinking
FIT Academy
FIT Academy

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
In an age dominated by data flows, algorithmic systems, and artificial intelligence, we risk overlooking one essential element: the role of the individual. This session explores how individuals—equipped with the right cognitive frameworks and ethical…
277
Between free market and public digital infrastructure: intersections of media viability and public interest journalism
Global Forum for Media Development
Global Forum for Media Development

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
223
Innovation and A.I. for a better information to citizens and more accurate EWS
Eurovisioni and WBU
Eurovisioni and WBU

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
345
ITU160 Gender Champions Workshop
ITU
ITU

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
403
Promoting Education and Youth Development through Information Technology
International Competence Development Committee (ICDC), The Chinese Society of Educational Development Strategy (CSEDS)
International Competence Development…

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
287
WSIS Prizes Champion Ceremony
WSIS
WSIS

16:00 – 18:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
405
Community-centered connectivity: Empowering local champions to expand Internet access for all
ISOC
ISOC

16:30 – 17:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
225
Innovative Approaches to Enhancing Education and Learning Opportunities through Technology
TakingITGlobal
TIG

17:00 – 18:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
As the digital world accelerates, ensuring equitable access, meaningful participation and use of digital tools to support student wellbeing remains a global challenge. In this session, you will hear reflections on 20 years of advancing digital…
192
AI Use Cases to Increase Healthy Life Longevity for Children & Elderlies
HiNounou - WSIS Healthy Ageing Innovation Prize 2022 / Technology Pioneers of the World Economic Forum
HiNounou - WSIS Healthy Ageing Innovation…

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
HiNounou is honored to host a discussion under the theme: "AI Use Cases to Increase Healthy Life Longevity for Children & Elderlies." This session brings together an exceptional panel of public and private sector leaders who are pioneering the…
229
Media and Education for All: Bridging Female Academic Leaders and Society towards Impactful Results
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
UAB

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
This session will explore some recent research projects related to media and education which contribute to the WSIS vision to build people-centric, inclusive and development-oriented information and knowledge societies. The session will feature…
298
Monitoring and controlling sand movement in urban areas, agricultural lands and roads using artificial intelligence for a sustainable environmental future
King Faisal University
KFU

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
292
Youth contributing to digital and outcomes of the special track
WSIS/ITU
WSIS/ITU

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
302
Youth Party
WSIS
WSIS

18:15 – 19:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
To the dreamers, doers, and youth shaping what’s next — this one’s for you. Join the Youth Party at WSIS+20 High-Level Event 2025, a vibrant celebration of the young people shaping the future of digital innovation and cooperation. Meet the next…
300
Reception by Poland
Poland
Poland

19:00 – 21:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Poland Mission
On invitation only

Tuesday 8 July


Upcoming Sessions


371
Multistakeholder efforts to harnessing innovation and balancing risks and opportunities in digital space
Georgian National Communications Commission
Georgian National Communications Commission

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
386
WSIS Action Line C9 Media: Towards a Resilient Information Ecosystem: Balancing Platform Governance and Technology
UNESCO
UNESCO

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
370
Centering People and Planet in the WSIS+20 and beyond
IT for Change
IT for Change

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
309
Defending Our Voice: Global South Participation in Digital Governance
Derechos Digitales
Derechos Digitales

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
306
Digital tech and the most marginalised: what still needs to be done?
ICT4D Collective and Microsoft (UN and International Organisations UNIO) (supported by Bangladesh NGOs Network for Radio and Communication ,…
ICT4D Collective and Microsoft (UN and…

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
The multistakeholder digital tech communities associated with the UN system seem unlikely to deliver on the SDGs by 2030, despite the efforts of those involved in developing and implementing the Global Digital Compact (2024). In particular, SDG10 on…
303
The WSIS Process Explained
UNITAR
UNITAR

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
172
Underserved to Unstoppable: Revolutionizing STEM with Inclusive Design, Assistive Tech| The Accesible Game-Based Learning for the Global Agenda
STREAM Technologies
STREAM Technologies

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
373
Kuwait's vision for a smart and inclusive future
The Central Agency for Information Technology - Kuwait
The Central Agency for Information Technology…

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
173
AI accessible and inclusive or reinforcing bias and exclusion for persons with disabilities
Equitable AI Alliance
Equitable AI Alliance

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
204
Futurizing Democracy. Threats and Opportunities in the Digital Age
World Summit Award
World Summit Award

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
176
Human Rights-Centered Global Governance of Quantum Technologies: Implications for AI, Digital Rights, and the Digital Divide
European University Institute (EUI) and TU Delft/ Quantum Delta
European University Institute (EUI) and TU…

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
246
Innovation for Climate Impact – lessons from the global south
GSMA
GSMA

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
372
WSIS Action Line C8: Promoting Digital Access for Multilingualism and Digital Heritage
UNESCO
UNESCO

10:15 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
296
FAIR Cities –Foster AI for Inclusive and Responsible cities
UNU-EGOV
UNU-EGOV

10:15 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
380
WSIS Action Line C7 E-business: Building an inclusive digital economy
International Trade Centre, Universal Postal Union, UN Trade and Development, in collaboration with UN Industrial Development Organization
ITC, UPU, UNCTAD, in collaboration with…

11:00 – 12:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
For 20 years, the WSIS action line on e-business has been creating digital opportunities for businesses and development in areas that have also been covered by the Global Digital Compact (GDC) objectives: Objective 2 focuses on expanding inclusion in…
392
WSIS Action Line C7 E-environment
ITU, WMO, UNEP
ITU, WMO, UNEP

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
187
Back to the Future: Putting the “I” (individual) back into A.I
Institute for Digital Culture, University of Leicester
IDC, University of Leicester

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
NOTE: THIS IS AN INTERACTIVE SESSION WITH HIGH LEVEL OF AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION BEING SOUGHT AND WELCOMED Have your voice heard in this session........ which will be by way of an open/roving microphone method ..... The session is Chaired/facilitated…
294
International guidelines on people centred smart cities: what's for our cities
UN-Habitat
UN-Habitat

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
331
Technical Community and Governments: A Successful Model of Multistakeholder Collaboration for Achieving the SDGs
The Réseaux IP Européens Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC) and the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority in Jordan (TRC)
RIPE NCC & TRC

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
In the true spirit of WSIS multistakeholder collaboration, this high-level session highlights how partnerships between the technical community and governments are translating shared digital development goals into measurable impact. Through concrete…
350
Global Standards for a Sustainable Digital Future
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE)
IEEE

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, global standards play a pivotal role in ensuring that Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and emerging digital innovations are designed to be scalable, secure, and accessible for all.…
390
WSIS Action Line C2 Information and communication infrastructure
International Telecommunication Union
ITU

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Background This session will explore how Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will engage on discussions with stakeholders from public and private sectors the development of reliable, inclusive, and sustainable ICT…
240
Indigenous Digital Infrastructures and Emerging Technologies: Challenges, Capacities and Commons
Redes AC, Rhizomatica and APC
Redes AC, Rhizomatica and APC

12:00 – 12:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
In recent years, the rapid advancement of emerging technologies—such as artificial intelligence, sensors, and the Internet of Things (IoT)—has introduced new challenges and widened existing digital divides, especially for Indigenous Peoples and rural…
440
Knowledge Café: WSIS+20 Consultation: Topic 1
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
441
High-Level Lunch
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
On invitation only
Strategic Partner: WSIS Long-Standing Partner High-Level Lunch
354
Lunch Break
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
315
The epistemic gap : how can the media sector join forces with the humanitarian and peace actors to prevent information disorder and disinformation to fragment further societies?
Fondation Hirondelle
Fondation Hirondelle

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
376
Women in Tech. Making Funding Great Again.
UN Brief
UN Brief

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
363
WSIS+20 Celebration
WSIS
WSIS

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
282
Safe Smart Cities and Climate Frustration
Global Cities Hub / WeGO / ITU
Global Cities Hub / WeGO / ITU

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
The Smart City Leaders’ Talk at the WSIS+20 High-Level Event week discusses the paradox of smart cities facing climate emergency. This high-level debate will enlighten opportunities Smart Cities bring to development and ways to overcome the…
177
Governance and assessment of AI systems for reliable service delivery
EY (Ernst & Young LLP)
EY (Ernst & Young LLP)

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
AI tools and products are increasingly being adopted in mission-critical elements of service delivery both in the public and private sector. To manage the potential risks from this use of AI, policymakers, civil-society and business leaders are…
316
WSIS Action Line C6: Digital Ecosystem Builders in action: Redefining the role of ICT regulators
ITU
ITU

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
This session will contribute to the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR-25) consultation on the best practices guidelines exploring the new requirements to ICT regulators to become digital ecosystem builders. The BDT Director, Dr Cosmas Luckyson…
393
WSIS Action Line C7: E-Agriculture
FAO
FAO

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
349
Building Digital Governance Together – IGF 2025 Outcomes
IGF Secretariat
IGF Secretariat

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
178
fAInance for Good: Harnessing AI to AImprove the Global Financial Systems
ainitiative – to aimprove (y)our future
ainitiative – to aimprove (y)our future

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
In an era where 1.4 billion adult people remain unbanked* and financial inequality widens, AI offers unprecedented opportunities to re-imagine our financial systems. This high-impact session explores how intelligent technologies can create more…
404
Harnessing digital public goods and fostering digital cooperation: a multi-disciplinary contribution to WSIS+20 review
UNESCO
UNESCO

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
175
What Proliferation of Artificial Intelligence Means for Information Integrity?
Latvian Mission to UN
Latvian Mission to UN

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
332
Connecting Communities and Stakeholders
SEEDIS – Social, Economic & Ecological Development Intersectoral Solutions
SEEDIS – Social, Economic & Ecological…

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
412
Digital Solutions for Sustainability: ICT’s Role in GHG Reduction and Biodiversity Protection
ITU
ITU

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
209
Strengthening Multistakeholder IG: How The Technical Community Can Help
Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA)
Canadian Internet Registration Authority…

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
339
The Power of Satellites in Emergency Alerting and Protecting Lives
ITU
ITU

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
495
Regulators Roundtable
WSIS/ITU
WSIS/ITU

15:15 – 17:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
Regulators only
265
Celebrating 20 Years of Multistakeholder Engagement: WSIS Forum, IGF, and the Road Ahead
WSIS/IGF
WSIS/IGF

15:15 – 16:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
351
Partner Insight
Rwanda
Rwanda

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
217
Cibervoluntarios Network: Global Alliance for Inclusive Digital Adoption
Fundacion Cibervoluntarios
Fundacion Cibervoluntarios

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Open Space Stage
Would you like to join an international network dedicated to bridging the digital divide locally? We invite you to discover the Cibervoluntarios Network, a Fundación Cibervoluntarios initiative that connects social organizations worldwide to promote…
284
Leaving No One Behind in the Citiverse
ITU Citiverse
ITU

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
The ITU CitiVerse Initiative serves as a global platform that aims at fostering open, interoperable and innovative virtual worlds that can be used safely and with confidence by people, businesses and public services in cities across the world. It is…
341
Reshaping the environmental dimensions of global digital governance: Digital Product Information Systems
UNEP/UNCTAD/ITU
UNEP/UNCTAD/ITU

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
267
Resilient infrastructure for a sustainable world
International Electrotechnical Commission
International Electrotechnical Commission

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
317
La régulation du numérique et de l’IA dans l’espace francophone comme inspiration et bonne pratique internationale
OIF
OIF

16:30 – 17:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
280
Media and journalism in AI and disinformation times
Permanent Mission of Belgium - Wallonie-Bruxelles à Genève
Permanent Mission of Belgium -…

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
(English below) Nous invitons en particulier les journalistes à participer à cet atelier. Une discussion ouverte avec les participants sera organisée autour de la présentation d'un outil d'IA servant à détecter les fausses nouvelles (projet…
343
Advancing Development and Climate Adaptation through Technology
Vodafone Foundation/Devex
Vodafone Foundation/Devex

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
281
PeaceTech in Action: How Innovation is Transforming Conflict-Affected Communities
SocialTech Lab/University of Luzern
SocialTech Lab/University of Luzern

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
422
Promoting Voluntary Reinsertion of Third Age Groups into the Labour Force: The Role of Digital Technology and Multigenerational Collaboration
CSEND
CSEND

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
275
Strengthening Corporate Accountability on Human Rights in the Digital Space
The World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA)
The World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA)

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
444
WSIS 20 Year Celebrations
WSIS
WSIS

18:30 – 20:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month

Wednesday 9 July


Upcoming Sessions


446
Network of Women Ministers and Leaders in ICT - Breakfast Meeting
ITU
ITU

07:45 – 09:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Room X
On invitation only
378
Leaders TalkX : Forging partnerships for purpose: advancing the digital for development landscape
WSIS
WSIS

09:00 – 09:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX session underscores the pivotal role of governments and stakeholders in driving ICTs for development. Emphasizing the vital need for cooperation, it champions the effective participation of all entities. Encouraging the development…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
448
Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: Strategies for Reskilling and Upskilling in a Changing World
ILO/ITU
ILO/ITU

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
232
Why Universal Connectivity Matters
ITU/Giga
ITU/Giga

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Giga Space
379
Leaders TalkX : Information and communication infrastructure: a foundation for universal, sustainable and affordable access
WSIS
WSIS

09:30 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX emphasizes the crucial role of infrastructure in achieving digital inclusion. It advocates for governments to support an enabling environment for investment in ICT infrastructure and the development of new services. The discussion…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
450
Spotlight Session by Partners
WSIS
WSIS

10:00 – 10:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU Spotlight
417
Leaders TalkX : Accelerating global access to information and knowledge in the digital era
WSIS
WSIS

10:15 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX explores the transformative power of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in democratizing access to information worldwide. It emphasizes the importance of policy guidelines for promoting public domain information,…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
384
WSIS Action Lines C4 and C7:E-employment: Emerging technologies in the world of work: Addressing challenges through digital skills
ITU/ILO
ITU/ILO

10:15 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
419
Leaders TalkX : Future-ready: enhancing skills for a digital tomorrow
WSIS
WSIS

10:45 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX discussion focuses on the imperative of ensuring universal access to ICT skills and literacy for all individuals. It emphasizes the need for domestic policies integrating ICTs into education and lifelong learning, eradicating…
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194
Partner Insight
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia

11:00 – 12:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
Strategic Partner: Gold Partner's Insight
421
Leaders TalkX : Towards a safer connected world: collaborative strategies to strengthen digital trust and cyber resilience
WSIS
WSIS

11:30 – 12:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX investigates strengthening confidence and security in the Information Society. It advocates for governmental cooperation, both within the United Nations and across other platforms, to enhance user trust and safeguard data…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
452
Knowledge Café: WSIS+20 Consultation Topic 2 Strenghtening Multistakeholderism
USCIB/ICANN/ICC/ISOC/IEEE/RIPE NCC/APC/CoNGO
USCIB/ICANN/ICC/ISOC/IEEE/RIPE NCC/APC/CoNGO

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
454
High-Level Lunch
Malaysia
Malaysia

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
On invitation only
Strategic Partner: Platinum High-Level Lunch
355
Lunch Break
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
365
WSIS+20 Celebration
WSIS
WSIS

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
430
Leaders TalkX : Building inclusive and knowledge-driven digital societies
WSIS
WSIS

14:00 – 14:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX explores the transformative power of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and media in democratizing access to information worldwide. It emphasizes the importance of policy guidelines for promoting public domain…
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501
Boosting digital skills and ensuring an inclusive digital future for all
ITU
ITU

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
427
Leaders TalkX : ICT application to unlock the full potential of digital - Part I
WSIS
WSIS

14:30 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leader TalkX explores the intersection of technology and socio-economic progress. Stakeholders from governments, international organizations, and the private sector converge to explore avenues for promoting international trade, improving…
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183
Ministerial Roundtable
WSIS
WSIS

14:30 – 16:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
Ministers only
Coffee will be served after the session Ministerial Round Table
428
Leaders TalkX : Local to global: preserving culture and language in a digital era
WSIS
WSIS

15:15 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
The "Leaders TalkX: Local to global: preserving culture and language in a digital era" aims to highlight cultural and linguistic diversity as cornerstones of a dialogue-driven Information Society. This session gathers a multistakeholder panel to…
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426
Leaders TalkX : When policy meets progress: paving the way for a fit for future digital world
WSIS
WSIS

15:45 – 16:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX delves into the crucial intersection of policy-making and progress in the digital space. It emphasizes the significance of confidence and security as foundational elements of the Information Society. Governments are urged to…
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457
Coffee Break
Japan
Japan

16:30 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Room K
431
Leaders TalkX: Moral pixels: painting an ethical landscape in the information society
WSIS
WSIS

16:45 – 17:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leaders TalkX session will delve into the necessity of infusing universally held values and ethical dimensions into the digital. The discussion will focus on the collective responsibility of all stakeholders to foster an Information Society that…
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411
Collaborative Innovation Ecosystem and Digital Transformation: Accelerating the Achievement of Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
CAICT
CAICT

16:45 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
455
WSIS+20 Overall Review multistakeholder consultation with co-facilitators
WSIS/ITU
WSIS/ITU

16:45 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
433
Leaders TalkX : Partnership pivot: rethinking cooperation in the digital era
WSIS
WSIS

17:15 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
The digital revolution has the potential to propel societies forward, yet a significant divide, 2.6 billion people remain without access to information and communication technologies (ICTs). This Leaders TalkX underscores the critical need for…
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459
ITU 160th Anniversary Dinner
ITU
ITU

19:00 – 22:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month

Thursday 10 July


Upcoming Sessions


130
UNGIS High-Level meeting
United Nations Group on the Information Society (UNGIS)
United Nations Group on the Information…

08:00 – 09:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Room K
UNGIS serves as an inter-agency mechanism to coordinate substantive policy issues facing the United Nations system’s implementation of the Geneva Plan of Action and Tunis Agenda for the Information Society adopted by the World Summit on the…
408
Building a Resilient Digital Ecosystem in Africa: Bridging Policy, Infrastructure, and Innovation
Ministry of communications and Technology - Somalia
Ministry of communications and Technology -…

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
401
WSIS Action Line C10: Ethics in AI: Shaping a Human-Centred Future in the Digital Age
UNESCO
UNESCO

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
388
WSIS Action Line: C3 Access to information and knowledge: “Investing in Equitable Knowledge Access: Diamond Open Access”
UNESCO
UNESCO

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
278
Breaking the Fake in the AI World: Staying Smart in the Age of Misinformation, Disinformation, Hate, and Deepfake
eWorldwide Group
eWorldwide Group

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
195
How .POST powered services build Cyber Resilience within the global Postal and Logistics Sector
UPU
UPU

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
269
Shaping the Global Digital Future: Bridging Divides, Empowering Communities, and Ensuring Ethical Innovation
Oxford Alumni-Silicon Valley Chapter
Oxford Alumni-Silicon Valley Chapter

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
This dynamic session explores how inclusive digital transformation can be a driver for sustainable development and ethical innovation. Bringing together global experts from policy, technology, and civil society, the discussion will highlight…
463
Untangling the Red Tape: WSIS Champions Brainstorm and Offer Solutions
The Document Project
The Document Project

09:00 – 09:50 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Access to government services is a fundamental right, but confusing forms and unclear instructions often create barriers, leading to frustration and delays for people in receiving essential services. The session will tackle these challenges head-on.…
398
WSIS Action Line C5
ITU
ITU

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
400
WSIS Action Lines C1&C11
UN DESA
UN DESA

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
423
Developing capacities for bottom-up AI in the Global South: What role for the international community?
DiploFoundation/Permanent Mission of Kenya/Microsoft/IT for Change
DiploFoundation/Permanent Mission of…

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
Used responsibly, AI has the potential to turbocharge progress in support of the SDGs and drive significant economic growth and opportunities. But a significant AI divide persists, with many underserved communities facing challenges in developing,…
248
Digital Humanism: People first!
EC MEDICI Framework of cooperation
MEDICI

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
The PEOPLE-FIRST session aims to promote the development of digital and industrial technologies that are centred around people and uphold ethical principles. This session aligns with the overarching objective of building a strong, inclusive, and…
310
Global Digital Governance & Multistakeholder Cooperation for WSIS+20
Freedom Online Coalition
Freedom Online Coalition

10:00 – 10:50 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
329
Shaping Africa’s ICT Future: The Role of Multi-Stakeholder Engagement Beyond WSIS +20
AfICTA - Africa ICT Alliance
AfICTA - Africa ICT Alliance

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
466
WSIS-UN Regional Commissions
UN Regional Commissions
UN Regional Commissions

10:15 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
131
United Nations High-Level Leaders’ Dialogue
ITU
ITU

11:00 – 12:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
234
Pushing the limits of the internet
AFNIC
AFNIC

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
324
Building a Digital Society, from Vision to Implementation. How Small Nations Can lead with AI
Jamaica
Jamaica

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
185
AI for Digital Inclusive Development: The Role of New Technology in Fueling Accessible Innovation and Promoting Inclusive Environments / Digital Hermeneutic Justice: Bridging Knowledge Gaps in the Algorithmic Era - A Framework for Cognitive Justice in Global Information Societies
Internet Society of China/Estrategia Latino-Americana de Inteligencia Artificial (ELA-IA)
Internet Society of China/Estrategia…

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
230
Connecting the Unconnected in the field of Education Excellence, Cyber Security & Rural Solutions and Women Empowerment in ICT
CMAI Association of India
CMAI

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
We are pleased to extend a cordial invitation to you for the 11th International ICT World Communication Summit & Education Excellence Awards, hosted by the CMAI Association of India. Following the resounding success of the past three editions…
274
Media and ICT Development: Enhancing Digital Inclusion, Cybersecurity, and Digital Infrastructure
Center for Progressive Reforms
Center for Progressive Reforms

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
328
Measuring ICT for development: the importance of data and statistics in the implementation of the WSIS and the Global Digital Compact
Partnership on Measuring ICT for Development
ECA, ECLAC,ESCAP, ESCWA, ​EUROSTAT, ​​ILO,…

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
This session will build on the session at the WSIS+20 High-Level Event in 2024, with a forward-looking discussion linking the work of the Partnership on Measuring ICT for Development to the implementation of WSIS action lines and the outcomes of the…
467
Knowledge Café: WSIS+20 Consultation: Topic 3
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
356
Lunch Break
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
469
AI Governance Dialogue Roundtable Lunch
ITU
ITU

12:15 – 14:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month
On invitation only
498
Data principles
UNCTAD
UNCTAD

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
201
Inclusive LLM Design and Development with Open Data & Gender
Independent
Independent

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
415
Leveraging ICT technology in supporting business sustainability and resilience
Safeworld Management Services
Safeworld Management Services

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
367
WSIS+20 Celebration
WSIS
WSIS

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
425
Digital Cooperation and Empowerment: Insights and Best Practices for Strengthening Multistakeholder and Inclusive Participation
ICANN
ICANN

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
263
Digital Transformation for all: Human Rights Due Diligence as a tool for Governments, the UN system, Companies and Civil Society
European Union and OHCHR
European Union and OHCHR

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
215
Funding The Digital Gap: The Role of Government in Implementing Universal Service Funds in 26 African Countries
Paradigm Initiative
Paradigm Initiative

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
311
Global Digital Compact: AI solutions for a digital economy inclusive and beneficial for all
UNIDO
UNIDO

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
197
Passwordless Mutual Authentication
Passwordless Alliance
Passwordless Alliance

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
212
Revamping Decision-Making in Digital Governance and the WSIS Framework
CGI.br - Brazilian Internet Steering Committee
CGI.br - Brazilian Internet Steering…

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
358
Seeing is not believe
F3RUM
F3RUM

14:00 – 14:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
338
Beyond International Aid: Investing in Community Connectivity and Making it Self-Sustainable
APC
APC

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
207
From Principles to Practice: Operationalizing Multistakeholder Governance
Global Network Initiative (GNI) and Global Partners Digital (GPD)
Global Network Initiative (GNI) and Global…

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
189
Global adoption, global progress: Managing the challenges of AI inclusion
International Chamber of Commerce
International Chamber of Commerce

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
471
ITU's Call for Input on WSIS+20
ITU
ITU

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
496
WiGTC Awards Ceremony
WiGTC
WiGTC

15:00 – 15:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
235
Digital identity solutions: opportunities and challenges in the pursuit of inclusiveness
United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund-UNICC
United Nations Joint Staff Pension…

15:15 – 16:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
259
EQUALS Research Report 2025: Launch & The Path Forward
EQUALS, KAIST, ITU, Research ICT Africa, NIC.br
EQUALS, KAIST, ITU, Research ICT Africa,…

15:15 – 16:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
237
Strengthening global cooperation in ICT for peace, security, ethical AI, governance, and the betterment of humanity in life and the afterlife promotes sustainable development and social progress.
Internal Resources Division, Ministry of Finance, Bangladesh
Internal Resources Division, Ministry of…

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
193
Artificial Intelligence and E-Government: Milestones, Challenges, and Emerging Trends Beyond
Iran University of Science and Technology
Iran University of Science and Technology

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
224
Communication is Humanitarian Aid
World Association for Christian Communication/Communicating with Disaster Affected Communities Network
WACC/CDAC

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
An exploration of how communication/information integrity is crucial in the context of civil strife and vital to policy-making about rebuilding infrastruture and shaping post-conflict dialogue. There are multiple opportunities for the media to play a…
179
Embedding Human Rights in AI Standards: From Principles to Practice
ITU
ITU

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
250
Shall governments have access to encrypted messaging apps content?
RealTyme
RealTyme

16:00 – 16:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
Proposed Agenda (45 minutes)SegmentDurationContent1. Framing the Debate5 minsIntroduce the central question and reframe it: access vs. governance.2. Real-World Threats10 minsShow AI- and post-quantum-driven threat landscape (slides 3–7 from…
320
Children & Robots – Ethical Implications of the AI Economy
Ethic Minds Institute
Ethic Minds Institute

16:30 – 17:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
261
Driving meaningful participation of women in cyber through policy and practical action
DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance
DCAF - Geneva Centre for Security Sector…

16:30 – 17:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
347
Bridging Gender Gaps with AI: Empowering Girls and Women in STEM through Inclusive Digital Innovation
WITIN
WITIN

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
181
International Artificial Intelligence Frameworks for Safeguarding Human Rights and Dignity
Globethics Foundation
Globethics Foundation

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
227
Key factors and design features - successful national sustained relevant digital inclusive education
International Federation of Information Processing (IFIP)
International Federation of Information…

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
190
Reshaping the world : Mapping opportunity with AI disruption
Jaipuria Institute of Management noida/Open Health Network/Mykolas Romeris University
MRU

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
This session explores how AI tools and digital innovations are transforming education by enhancing intercultural communication, preserving traditions, and fostering social change in the digital era. As globalization accelerates, diverse cultural…
214
The Trust Dilemma: AI across sectors
Trust Valley
Trust Valley

17:00 – 17:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
As Artificial Intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in public services, private enterprise, and global governance, the urgency to develop and implement responsible AI frameworks has never been greater. This panel will explore how principles can…
461
Swiss Reception Partners certificates
ITU
ITU

18:00 – 21:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month

Friday 11 July


Upcoming Sessions


474
Ambassadors Roundtable
ITU
ITU

08:00 – 09:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room X
On invitation only
436
Leaders TalkX : Click to govern: inclusive and efficient e-services
WSIS
WSIS

09:00 – 09:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leader TalkX explores the transformative potential of ICT applications in fostering sustainable development across various sectors. Emphasizing e-government strategies, the discussion focuses on innovating public administrations, enhancing…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
475
High Level Dialogue: Space
ITU
ITU

09:00 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
395
WSIS Action Line C7:E-Science: Open Science, Data, Science cooperation, IYQ, International Decade of Science for Sustainable Development
UNESCO
UNESCO

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
182
AI Standardization and Evaluation: Best Practices for Innovation
ICT research institute
ICT research institute

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
206
IO Antitrust
OGI (The OneGoal Initiative for Governance)
OGI (The OneGoal Initiative for Governance)

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
242
Strengthen Digital Governance and International Cooperation to Build an Inclusive Digital Future
Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies
Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies

09:00 – 09:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
At present, a new wave of technological revolution and industrial transformation rapidly evolves, which accelerates the development of the information society. Meanwhile, the swift evolution of technology also introduces a series of risks and…
438
Leaders TalkX: ICT application to unlock the full potential of digital - Part II
WSIS
WSIS

09:30 – 10:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
This Leader TalkX explores the intersection of technology and socio-economic progress. Stakeholders from governments, international organizations, and the private sector converge to explore avenues for promoting international trade, improving…
Real-time captioning Leaders TalkX
322
Importance of Professional standards for AI development and testing
IFIP
IFIP

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
479
G20
South Africa/Brazil
South Africa/Brazil

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
222
Information Society in Times of Risk
International Community of Experts on Risk Information Management, Risk Models and Applications (RIMMA CoE), The UN Consultative Committee on…
International Community of Experts on Risk…

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
WSIS aims to build a people - centric, inclusive, and development - oriented Information Society. In the context of an ever - changing world filled with various risks, this session focuses on the special demands that the Information Society faces…
221
Leveraging ICT for ageing populations: addressing Gender disparities & measuring Impact: an international w/shop for the dissemination of the Age-IT program results and other prospects
womenvai
womenvai

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
239
Utilizing Digital Technologies as a Tool to Strengthen Sustainable Development Practices
Global Youth Leadership Development Council (GYLDC) and the Global SDGs and Leadership Development Center
Global Youth Leadership Development Council…

10:00 – 10:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
476
High-Level Dialogue: Parliamentarian
ITU and IPU
ITU and IPU

10:15 – 11:15 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU High-Level Dialogue
218
Accelerating Structural Transformation and Industrialization in Developing Countries: Navigating the Future with Advanced ICTs and Industry 4.0
Digital Transformation Alliance (DTA) and Alliance for Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing for Africa (AISMA)
Digital Transformation Alliance (DTA) and…

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
413
Bridging the Digital Divide: Inclusive ICT Policies for Sustainable Development
Presidency University/City University Bangladesh
Presidency University/City University…

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room E
244
Driving the Future: Opportunities and Challenges of Autonomous Vehicles
The Institute for AI International Governance of Tsinghua University
The Institute for AI International Governance…

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room L
409
Harnessing ICT for Sustainable Development: Bridging Gaps through Local Initiatives
Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti…

11:00 – 11:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
478
High Level Dialogue: Strengthening the Resilience of Telecommunication Submarine Cables
ITU/Portugal (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ANACOM)/Nigeria
ITU/Portugal (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and…

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Over 99% of global internet traffic is carried by submarine telecommunications cables. As digital dependency deepens, these physical infrastructures face risks from both natural and accidental man-made hazards. This High-Level Dialogue will bring…
494
UNGIS working-level meeting
UNGIS
UNGIS

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room G
344
Global Strategies for Child Online Protection and Tackling Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence
SWGfL (South West Grid for Learning)
SWGfL (South West Grid for Learning)

11:30 – 12:30 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room K
As digital connectivity expands globally, the threats faced by children and women online are intensifying—often faster than policy or platform responses can keep pace. Online child exploitation and tech-facilitated violence against women and girls…
481
Knowledge Café Lunch by South Africa - Gold Partner
South Africa
South Africa

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
On invitation only
480
Knowledge Café: WSIS+20 Consultation: Topic 4
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Room L
357
Lunch Break
WSIS
WSIS

12:00 – 14:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month
483
Une communication équitable / A fair communication
Universal Esperanto Association
Universal Esperanto Association

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Room F
369
WSIS+20 Celebration
WSIS
WSIS

13:00 – 13:45 (UTC+02:00) in a month Open Space Stage
484
WSIS Action Lines Facilitators Meeting
WSIS
WSIS

14:00 – 15:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU Action Line Facilitators Meeting
486
High-Level Track Facilitators Summary and Certificates
ITU
ITU

15:00 – 16:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU Leaders TalkX
488
WSIS+20: Vision of WSIS beyond 2025 | Chair’s Summary | Closing Ceremony
WSIS
WSIS

16:00 – 17:00 (UTC+02:00) in a month Physical session with remote participation Plenary Room C
Real-time captioning Interpretation: EN/FR/AR/ZH/ES/RU Closing Ceremony

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