Agenda

Amali is Founder and Chair of IGF DC DDHT. She is a professional accountant CPM CMA with a Masters in International Accounting & Finance (LSE UK) an Economist (BSc(Hons) Warwick UK) and pursued the Master in Computer Science program at Imperial College UK. She has worked in Industry such with LMI Dynavision, other Technology, Non Profit and Government.  She was President of VCN (ISP) in Vancouver, a Director of the Freedom of Information & Privacy Assoc in BC and Director UNA Victoria, Board Member EIA (affiliated with ICANN). She has been active @WSIS since prep com 1 leading the North American caucus at that time, She has contributed to Pew / Elon University projects and Eurodig.

 Amado Espinosa is a respected international expert on the field of Medical Informatics with academic, institutional and entrepreneurial antecedents. He is one of few MD who has developed a clinic, administrative, technical and legal carrier. After being trained as a specialized physician in Anesthesiology, he served as a national advisor for healthcare at the Mexican Social Security Institute, and got his MBA and his MCS in Mexico and then his PhD in Germany together with the specialty on Medical Informatics (MI). He got a Law Degree in Mexico and a Master in Law for New Technologies (AI) in Spain. Main interests: Digital Health, AI Governance for self-management of care, Universal Health Coverage.
He founded the Institute for Medical Informatics at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara, the Mexican MI Association, formalized and was the founder president of the International Medical Informatics Association for Latin America and Caribbean, and organized training programs on MI for healthcare professionals in Latin America.
He started the first LA consortium to develop ICT solutions for healthcare, coping with the requirements of the healthcare reform and PAHO (Pan-American Health Organization) guidelines. In 1998 he launched Medisist, a company dedicated to research, develop and deploy innovative ICT solutions for the healthcare system. He has served as a Board member of International Medical Informatics Association (IMIA) and the World IT Services Alliance (WITSA), becoming the chairman of the organizing committee of the GPPS 2011 (Global Public Policy Summit) and WCIT 2014 (World Congress on ICT) held in Guadalajara, Mexico, with more than 3,000 attendees. He has served as the VP for international affairs at CANIETI (Mexican ICT Chamber), and Chair of Committee at AMITI (Mexican IT Industry Association). He is a member of the International Health Academy of Sciences Informatics.
He has been member of the Multistakehoder Advisory Group at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) of United Nations, representing Latin American’s private sector, and is a co-facilitator at the Dynamic Coalition for Data Driven Health Technologies, and co-facilitator at the Policy Network on Artificial Intelligence at the IGF,Member of the Domain Committee AI for Healthcare at the UNESCO – IFIP (International Federation for Information Processing). He is member of the EC at IGFSA, Digital Health specialist at AMITI, and VP for Digital Health at Coparmex

Dr. May Siksik is CEO of Innovation Network Global, a Canada-headquartered platform advancing system-level innovation across AI, quantum, and digital infrastructure. She co-chairs the Dynamic Coalition on Emerging Technologies at the United Nations IGF, leads the Global Quantum Education Initiative in partnership with the UNESCO International Year of Quantum, and founded Healthcare Without Borders, a global initiative focused on AI-driven, inclusive health systems. She serves as a national delegate to the ISO technical committee on quantum technologies and liaison to the committee on medical devices and software (TC 62), and chairs Canada's national research council's review committee for the applied quantum computing challenge program.

 Deputy Chief Executive with a distinguished United Nations career spanning roles as Chief IT Auditor and Chief Information Officer, bringing extensive, multi-year hands-on experience designing, governing, and assuring Information Systems, Blockchains, Distributed Ledger Technologies, and Digital Identity solutions underpinning United Nations Global Operations and Critical Infrastructure. 
 
Brings deep practical expertise in information security assurance aligned with international standards, including the assessment, identification, and mitigation of emerging cryptographic threats — with particular focus on post-quantum computing risks to blockchain-based and distributed systems.  
 
Applies rigorous, standards-based methodologies to evaluate cryptographic resilience, inform remediation roadmaps, and future-proof mission-critical infrastructure against evolving threat landscapes. 
 
Committed to responsible and ethical design, use, and assessment of emerging technologies, to serve the broader goals of the United Nations, organizational integrity, and societal benefit.  
 
Led the achievement of the first United Nations ISO/IEC 42001 certification, establishing a landmark standard for the responsible and ethical use of Artificial Intelligence across UNJSPF operations. 
 
Dedicated to compliance with international standards and professional best practices for governing, managing, auditing, and securing global information systems and protecting data and privacy — including ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management), ISO/IEC 27701 (Personal Identifiable Information Management), and ISO/IEC 42001 (AI Management Systems). 

Jörn Erbguth is President of Geneva Macro Labs and an independent Researcher at the University of Geneva, where his work centres on privacy in new technologies. He is active in the Dynamic Coalition on Data Driven Health Technologies (DC-DDHT), addressing how emerging data-driven systems can advance health while safeguarding privacy and individual rights. With a background spanning law and computer science, he focuses on the practical governance of technologies at the intersection of data protection and innovation.

 I am a Telecommunications PhD holder and Senior Researcher at Innov’COM

Laboratory (Sup’COM Tunisia), where my work sits at the critical intersection of

wireless connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security. My research focuses on

next-generation mobile networks, signal processing, and vehicular (V2X)

communications, all anchored by a deep commitment to digital inclusion and equity.

In 2019, I was selected as a TechWomen Emerging Leader by the Institute of

International Education (IIE)—a milestone that culminated in a transformative

professional mentorship at Qualcomm California. There, I gained hands-on industry

exposure to cutting-edge 5G, V2X, and Wi-Fi 6 technologies, bridging the gap

between academic theory and real-world telecommunications R&D.

Beyond the lab, I actively shape the global digital ecosystem through governance and

policy. I serve as the North Africa Coordinator for IPv6 Cybersecurity and am a

contributing member of the African Union Expert Cybersecurity Group, the ISOC

Tunisia Chapter, and the NCSG at ICANN. My dedication to open, resilient internet

standards is further underscored by my fellowships with both ICANN and the IETF.

My academic journey includes lecturing at Tunisia's top engineering schools,

including Sup’COM, ISET'COM, ESPRIT, and ISAMM. I am also a frequent

reviewer for IEEE conferences and a sought-after international speaker and trainer,

passionate about empowering diverse talent and fostering cross-border collaboration

in the digital age.

 Summary

With extensive experience spanning both the European Union and the Caribbean, I am a

dedicated health care professional and human rights activist. My work combines

clinical excellence, innovative research, and passionate advocacy for equitable access

to health care. I am driven by a commitment to advancing public health, empowering

communities, and shaping policy to support vulnerable populations. My career reflects

a blend of academic rigour, practical leadership, and a global perspective.

Qualifications

I hold advanced degrees in nursing and public health, complemented by specialised

training in human rights and health policy. My academic credentials are further

enhanced by ongoing professional development in clinical research, medical ethics,

and health systems management. These qualifications have equipped me to navigate

complex health care environments and drive impactful change.

Areas of Expertise

• Clinical Practice: Delivering patient-centred care across diverse settings

• Research: Designing and conducting studies focused on public health and

nutrition

• Advocacy: Championing human rights in health care, with a focus on

underserved communities

• Business & IT: Integrating technology and business principles to optimise health

services

• Policy Development: Advising on health policy and regulatory frameworks in the

EU and Caribbean

Research Interests

• Health Equity and Access

• Nutrition and Public Health

• The Impact of Vitamin D on Community Health

• Medical Ethics and Human Rights

• Innovative Health Technologies

Professional Activities

I am actively engaged in a range of professional activities, including international health

conferences, policy forums, and collaborative research projects. My ongoing

development involves mentoring emerging health care leaders and participating in

multidisciplinary teams. I regularly contribute to publications and advisory panels,

ensuring my practice remains at the forefront of best standards and innovation.

Personal Statement

My motivation stems from a deep belief in the transformative power of health care and

human rights. I strive to create meaningful impact by bridging gaps between

communities, professionals, and policymakers. Through my work, I aim to inspire

lasting change, foster resilience, and promote dignity for all. Every challenge is an

opportunity to advocate for justice, compassion, and excellence in health care.

Study Involvement

I have contributed significantly to the Cardera Study at the KGT School of Medicine,

focusing on advancing medical knowledge and improving outcomes for patients in the

Caribbean. Additionally, my involvement in the Vitamins D study at Queen Mary

University of London (QMUL) has deepened my expertise in nutritional health and its

effects on diverse populations. These projects have enriched my understanding of

global health challenges and strengthened my commit

Yao Amevi A. Sossou is a multifaceted professional operating at the intersection of digital policy, software engineering, and community development. He brings an interdisciplinary background to his work, combining a BSc in Computer Science and an MA in Communication, Media, Sound & Interaction Design with ongoing advanced studies in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Yao holds significant leadership roles in the Internet governance ecosystem, notably serving as the Policy Chair of the Not-for-Profit Organizations Constituency (NPOC) at ICANN. He is a dedicated advocate for digital transformation, having initiated the Youth IGF Benin Initiative to empower young people and foster policy literacy globally.

Professionally, Yao has extensive experience as a Research Associate, Project Manager, and Software Engineer. He has successfully designed and developed digital health platforms, such as BintaCura, and has contributed to numerous international research and development projects. His technical expertise spans design, programming and database management, which he leverages to translate complex technical requirements into practical, human-centered solutions.

João Rocha Gomes is a medical doctor, health economist, and digital health specialist working at the intersection of clinical safety, health data science, and responsible AI. His work focuses on trustworthy digital health solutions, evidence-based innovation, and the governance of AI-enabled technologies in healthcare.