World Telecommunication & Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17th, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN's digital technology agency. This day emphasizes how digital

World Telecommunication & Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17th, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN's digital technology agency. This day emphasizes how digital innovation is vital for building a sustainable future and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Digital technologies can tackle global challenges from climate change to poverty, potentially meeting 70% of SDG targets by 2030.

WTISD 2024 explores how digital innovation can connect everyone and foster sustainable prosperity. However, significant digital gaps—due to a lack of policies, investment, and skills—hinder progress in many regions. Bridging these gaps is essential for global advancement. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. This day, marking the founding of the

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. This day, marking the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), emphasizes connecting everyone and fostering prosperity through technology.

Digital technologies are crucial, capable of achieving 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, addressing issues from climate change to poverty. However, significant digital gaps persist due to insufficient policies, investment, and skills, hindering innovation globally.

The world urgently needs digital innovation, and together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on 17 May, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN agency for digital technologies. This day emphasizes how digital

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on 17 May, marks the founding of the ITU, the UN agency for digital technologies. This day emphasizes how digital innovation is vital for building a sustainable future and achieving prosperity for all.

Digital technologies are crucial for tackling global challenges like climate change, hunger, and poverty, contributing to 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. Yet, significant digital gaps—stemming from insufficient policies, investment, and skills—hinder progress worldwide. The world urgently needs digital innovation, and together, we can bridge these divides. For further information, visit the ITU website.

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD), celebrated annually on May 17, highlights how digital innovation can build a sustainable future. It focuses on connecting everyone and achieving prosperity for all.

Digital technologies are crucial, capable of addressing 70% of UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, from climate change to poverty. However, significant digital gaps persist due to insufficient policies, investment, and skills, hindering progress globally.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the UN agency for digital technologies, founded on this day, emphasizes the global need for digital innovation. Together, we can bridge these gaps. For more information, visit itu.int/wtisd.

Beyond Plastics and Earthjustice submitted public comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, detailing extensive human exposure to vinyl chloride, a known carcinogen. Since 2010,

Beyond Plastics and Earthjustice submitted public comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, detailing extensive human exposure to vinyl chloride, a known carcinogen. Since 2010, illegal releases of this dangerous toxin have occurred every five days, highlighting the harm caused by insufficient oversight.

These findings were announced at a virtual news conference on March 26, featuring speakers from both organizations, community residents, and environmental advocates.

We are celebrating a significant milestone: 68 million fewer people now lack access to clean water, with the number decreasing from 771 million to 703 million.

Scott Miller, Head of

We are celebrating a significant milestone: 68 million fewer people now lack access to clean water, with the number decreasing from 771 million to 703 million.

Scott Miller, Head of Monitoring and Evaluation, shares more about this achievement in a brief video update. For further details, explore our blog post: https://cwtr.org/3FXOmjx.

During the Covid-19 pandemic, 16-year-old Riya Chandra discovered a passion for hiking but noticed a lack of girls of color in outdoor spaces. Research revealed historical non-inclusivity and

During the Covid-19 pandemic, 16-year-old Riya Chandra discovered a passion for hiking but noticed a lack of girls of color in outdoor spaces. Research revealed historical non-inclusivity and systemic barriers preventing families of color from accessing nature, validating her own experiences.

To address this, Chandra founded HYPE: GIRLS (Hiking Youth Program for Equity: Girls) in 2021. The program organizes hikes, nature walks, and lectures for teenage girls of color in New York's Westchester and Yonkers areas. HYPE: GIRLS fosters a safe, inclusive community, promoting nature interaction for coping and self-discovery. It aims to inspire young people to protect our environment and become role models for future generations.

Inequality fuels societal discontent, fostering an obsession with wealth and status, as Richard Wilkinson explains in his